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-How to Play Base Ball. 

-Ready Reckoner of Base Ball Percentages. 

-Spalding s Official Base Ball Guide for 1905. 

-How to Bat. 

-How to Play the Outfield. 

-How to Play First Base. 

-Hoiv to Play Second Base. 

-Hozo to Play Third Base. 

-How to Play Shortstop, 

-How to Catch. 

-How to Pitch. 

-How to Umpire; Hozo to Coach; Hozo to Captain 
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INTRODUCTION 

Third base, is in some respects, the most important of the in- 
field. No major league team has ever won a pennant without a 
great third baseman. Boston and Pittsburg are illustrations 
of this fact. Collins and Leach are two of the greatest third 
basemen the game has ever seen, and their teams owe much of 
the credit for pennants they have won to them. New York owes 
much of its success to Johnnie McGraw, even though the latter 
does his directing from the bench. 

Shortstop and third base are the two hardest positions on the 
infield and there are good reasons why the latter may be re- 
garded as the harder of the two. At third quick thought and 
(Juick action must be combined to make a success. At short- 
stop speed takes a position above brain work in many cases. 

This explains why there are so few men filling the position 
to-day who are regarded as worthy of being held up as examples 
of how the bag should be played. A half a dozen men can be 
picked from the two big leagues who are first-class first base- 
men and the same is true at second. At third and short there 
are one or two men who stand out by themselves. Teams not 
owning one of these are willing to give thousands of dollars to 
secure a man of equal caliber. 

The difficulties of the position are both a discouragement and 
an encouragement to a young ball player. The fact that the posi- 
tion takes more hard thinking and hard work than most any 
other on the team discourages many from attempting it. To 
the player who takes a real interest in the game this is an en- 
couragement. The desire to reach the highest point in the game 
should make the hard work worth while, while there is a big in- 
centive in the reward which is certain to follow success. Third 
basemen are among the best paid players on the professional 




TOMMY LEACH, 

Pittsburg's famous third baseman, is shown about to throw the 

ball after he has picked up a grounder. 



Spalding 's Athletic Library. 9 

teams and one who climbs to the top can command practically 
his own "figures. In addition, and this should prove a strong 
incentive to amateur players, the position is one which is pe- 
culiarly well fitted for a captain and a brilliant man on the far 
corner has the best chance to be chosen as commander. 




J LAI MY COLLINS 
Making a long throw from back of third base to first. 
the ball high to make it carry. 



Starting 



Spalding' 3 Athletic Library. n 



COLLINS ON THE POSITION 

Quickness of thought and coolness under fire are the qualities 
which make a player at third dangerous to the team on the 
offensive. With these careful thought and hard work are neces- 
sary in learning to play the position as it should be played. 
This is becoming all the more true every year and a finished 
third baseman is growing more valuable every day. 

Before the bunt was used so extensively and scientific bat- 
ting had reached the point it has now a slower man who 
could hit hard had a chance at third. Now the fastest men 
<m the team are none too fast for third and the batsmen in 
either of the big leagues will discover a slow thinker and slow 
mover almost instantly and force him from the game by directing 
their fire in his direction. A man who is erratic at third will 
throw an entire team off its stride. 

I have always played a clean game and that is the only 
policy to follow if you wish to get along well with your fellow 
players. Never block a man at third unless you have the ball, 
and never intentionally use tactics likely to injure a base runner. 
It is bad policy to injure another player even from your own 
point of view. Such things are not forgotten and you are likely 
to fall a victim to the same tactics. Tricks are an entirely 
different thing from underhand play. Every baseman uses tricks 
to catch a runner and a bright play of this kind may win a game 
for you. It is a battle between your own wits and those of the 
runner in this respect and the best head will gain the ad- 
vantage. 

Never give up. With three men on bases and no outs, work a 
little harder than usual, and something may come up that will 
enable you to pull your team out of the hole. It is good work 
under trying conditions that after all decides the calibre of 




LAVE CROSS, 

Third baseman for the Athletics, pulling down a line hit with 

one hand. 



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the player. Gameness tells in base ball and the player who gives 
up has but little show for success. This is especially true of 
a man covering third. 

In learning the game never become discouraged at failure. 
Keep on trying to overcome your faults. A great ball player 
is not made in a day. Some men are born with more natural 
ability than others, but none are born who do not need practice 
and experience to perfect them. Frequently the player with 
great natural ability is outstripped by another with less, owing 
to laziness on the part of the former. 

Careful study of the best players in your position will do more 
to improve work than anything else outside of practice. By 
watching other players closely you will be able to discover your 
own faults and correct them. Coaching by an older and more 
experienced player, whenever it is obtainable from one who has 
played the position himself, is of great assistance. 

Never try to "star." Team work is what wins games and 
much of the "star" work is detrimental to the former. A player 
who fails to realize this is going to do more damage than good. 
In order to be successful in team work a close study of the 
other players on the team is necessary. Help the other mem- 
bers of the team all you can in making plays. Never become 
selfish and try to get more than your share of the chances, and 
especially those which are spectacular, and will appeal to the 
grandstand. Take what is legitimately yours and let the other 
players have what belongs to them. 

In conclusion, I know of no position on the team which offers 
more interesting work than third, and if you are willing to 
study and work hard, your chances for becoming one of the 
most valuable men on a team are bright. 




TOMMY LEACH, 
Another view of the Pittsburgs' crack third baseman. 



Spalding s Athletic Library. 15 



LEACH ON THE POSITION 

Snappy play and good judgment arc the prime qualities in 
playing third base. No man on the team has cause to think 
quicker and act quicker than the man at third. It is a case of 
the batsman trying to fool you and your success depends upon 
your ability to guess what the batter is going to do and your 
speed in thwarting his plans. 

A big man is not necessary at third ; if one were I would not 
be playing the position myself, but a man who can think, work 
fast and throw strongly and accurately is. Quick thinking will 
give you more time to do the mechanical work of the position 
and enable you to make plays which would otherwise be impos- 
sible. A good arm is an essential for a third baseman. He 
must not only be able to whip the ball across from behind third, 
but make a quick snap on slow grounders as well. 

A third baseman must be a close student of the game. He 
must know the batters and their peculiarities, or he is likely 
to make a mistake in fielding for them. He should know what 
his own pitcher is going to send up to the batsman and handle him- 
self accordingly. With men on bases he must know the capabili- 
ties of the runners and the batsman and the plays which are 
possible under the conditions. In case something happens to 
make a play impossible he must make up his mind about what 
to do on the instant and do it. 

An understanding with the pitcher, catcher and shortstop 
are of the utmost importance to a third baseman. Nothing is 
more aggravating than for the pitcher, catcher and third base- 
man to go after a bunt and the ball to roll safe owing to a mix 
up. The same is true of flies and one of the most foolish plays 
on a diamond is to have the ball drop safe between a bunch of 
fielders when had either taken the chance by himself it would 




HARRY WOLVERTON. 

Third baseman for the Philadelphia National League team, 

trapping a fast grounder that is coming down the base line. 



Spalding's Athletic Library. 17 

have been an easy out. A good understanding with the first and 
second basemen is also of importance and all of this comes 
under the head of team play, the keynote to a successful nine. 

Profit by your errors and the experience you gain through 
them. Study the reason for them and never make the same 
break twice. Watch others play the game and pick up points 
from them. You can get pointers from even a novice by watch- 
ing him play and the opportunity to watch a first-class man 
work is of immense advantage. Things will frequently come to 
you when watching another play which you fail to notice when 
playing yourself. 

Practice is what makes a perfect player, and you should get 
all of this you can. In the heat of a game is a poor place to 
correct your mistakes. In practice you can try a play over if 
you miss out the first time. In a game experimenting is likely 
to prove costly. Work hard in your practice. Listless work in 
practice will do you but little good, and you are likely to do 
your work in a game in the same manner. All great teams 
have been noted for the snap and ginger shown by them in their 
practice. 




ARTHUR DEVLIN, 
Third baseman for the champion Giants. His work during the 
season of 1904 was one of the sensations in base ball. He is 
very fast and covers a great deal of ground. 



Spalding's Athletic Library. ig 



SALIFICATIONS NECESSARY 

Qualifications for the position do not limit a player as to 
size and build. A small man of course has to overcome his lack 
of size with other superior qualities, yet some good men on the 
third sack are small. The ideal man, judging from those who 
are successful, is one of average build. Both Collins and 
Leach are men of average size, though Leach leans toward the 
small as ball players go. He makes up for this through his 
speed and brilliant headwork. Bradley, who is considered by 
many to be one of the greatest men playing the position, is on 
the other hand, much above the average in height and he makes 
good use of his extra inches. Wolverton is another good ex- 
ample of a man above the average. McGraw, one of the greatest 
men the game has ever seen, is a good example of a small man 
with a great head and all of the other qualifications that go to 
make a great third baseman. 

The one thing required above all others at third is quick 
thought and a cool head. Third base requires this more than 
any other place on the team. A third baseman must not only 
know how to field for a batsman, but how to field for a play as 
well. With the bases clear his task is to field where the batter 
is most likely to bat the ball. With a man on base this changes 
and he must govern himself according to the number of outs 
and other conditions. He must be ready to go in after a bunt 
or cut off a sharp hit, and to do this he must guess what is 
going to happen before it occurs. 

This is not all. He must know the speed of the men in a play, 
and try for outs accordingly. Frequently he has the opportunity 
to turn a double play and pull his team out of a hole when an 
error of judgment would only make matters worse. That is why 
a quick mind and a cool head is first and foremost. 




MORAN, 

Third baseman for the Washingtons, taking a high throw in 

practice. 



Spalding' s Athletic Library. 21 

The second most important requirements are ability to field 
cleanly and a strong throwing arm. More than in any other 
position on the team a third baseman must be able to field 
cleanly with his right hand. Bunts frequently have to be 
handled with but one hand and the throw made without taking 
time to set oneself. This requires a quick snap and on throws 
from deep third a strong arm is necessary to get the ball across 
the diamond in time to head a runner off at first. A second base- 
man may possibly prove a success with a poor arm, but a third 
baseman never. 

Batting of course is just as desirable in a third baseman as 
any other player, but it does not come under the playing of 
that position proper. It is a department of its own, and one 
far too important to attempt to handle except in a division by 
itself. 

Final qualifications for a third baseman, as for every other 
position on a ball team, are plenty of courage and determina- 
tion. A player who will not battle hard and to the last for his 
team is but of little use to it and frequently does more injury 
than good. 




WOODRUFF. 
While Steinfeldt was ill last year Woodruff filled in at third for 
the Cincinnatis and fielded his position so well that he was 
highly praised wherever he appeared. 



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HOW TO PLACE YOURSELF 

With the bases empty the regular position at third is about 
ten feet inside of the bag along the base line between second 
and third. This position covers practically all of the territory 
toward second not taken care of by the shortstop and yet enables 
one to cut off drives over or just inside of third. 

Every player of note has practically the same position while 
waiting for the batsman. Stand with the feet in line with a 
line drawn between second and third, but facing slightly toward 
third. The body should be pitched slightly forward and the 
weight borne mainly on the toes. This will give a quick start, 
and if the weight is evenly distributed on both feet it is easy 
to cover ground to the right, left or in front. Some players 
have a habit of keeping one foot in advance of the other. This 
is a gain in getting forward or to one side, but a handicap in 
the other. If you must play this way always be sure it is the 
left foot you keep forward. That will give you a better start 
toward home and third and the shortstop can cover to your left. 

While waiting for the batsman the body should be stooped 
and the hands can be rested on the knees. Some third basemen 
swing their hands, but this is bad form as it gives the arms 
useless work without giving any advantage in return. When 
the ball is pitched get a start for the plate so as to be in motion 
when it is hit. 

In fielding a ball there are several things to remember. Al- 
ways get your glove right on the ground for a ball which is 
hugging the latter. Failure to do this will lead to hard driven 
balls being forced under your glove. Always use both hands 
in fielding whenever possible. One-hand catches and stops may 
appeal to the spectators, but they are likely to prove costly to 
a team. When you get your hands on a ball grip it tightly or a 




JACK DUNN. 

No player can fit in better at almost any position on the infield 
than Dunn, the well known utility man of the Giants. He is an 
excellent shortstop and third baseman and can play second if 
called upon to do so. 



Spalding 's Athletic Library. 25 

twist may pull it out of your glove. In fielding grounders keep 
your knees well together and your body low so as to block the 
ball in case it misses your hands. Many an out can be made 
by following this rule even after you have had the misfortune 
to make a fumble. 

In making a catch set yourself in such a way that you will 
be in a position to throw to first whenever that is possible. 
In order to get the ball away clean and hard you should be able 
to take a step directly toward the point at which you are 
throwing, and if you can get in a position to do this without 
first shifting your feet after catching the ball you save precious 
time. 

To the third baseman falls some of the hardest chances in 
gathering in flies and good work in this line goes far toward 
making his reputation. Watch out for flies just back of third. 
This is one of the easiest places on the diamond to dump a ball 
and a well placed hit there is likely to result in a two-bagger. 
In order to get these, practice catching flies over your shoulder 
while running with the ball. There is a knack in it which can 
only be learned by practice and most players get too little of this 
kind of work. There is always plenty of work during practice 
on grounders, but rarely do the batters pop up flies around 
third during practice time. Make your team mates bat some 
out for you and try fielding them starting from your regular 
position at third. 

Flies outside of the foul line afford many chances for spec- 
tacular plays, and at the same time offer opportunities to pull 
your team out of tight places. Always try hard for these kind 
of chances, even when the bases are vacant. Loafing may 
eventually change the result of the game. 

With men on base watch out for a steal after the catch and 
whenever possible get the ball in such a position as to be set for 
a throw. With a man on third and but one run needed to tie 
or win it is sometimes best to drop a long foul fly when you 
know that it would be impossible to catch the runner going 
home. 




ARTHUR DEVLIN, 
New York Nationals' young third baseman, going for a high one. 
The photograph gives an excellent idea of Devlin's phenomenal 
reach. 



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A word regarding the greatest aids you have in making plays 
mechanically perfect, the gloves and shoes, is in order here. 
Gloves will cut no small figure in your work. Therefore get the 
best you can afford. Even a good ball player will play poorly 
with an ill-fitting or poorly padded glove. Good gloves are not 
so expensive as to be out of the reach of the average amateur, 
and a good glove will prove of decided assistance to you. Once 
you have a glove that suits you, it is well to hang onto it as 
long as possible. So long as the glove is effective never mind 
about its appearance. Breaking in a new glove is a disagreeable 
task and professionals never do it until it is absolutely neces- 
sary. 

Good shoes are another necessity. Shoes of a good quality 
will hold the spikes firm and give you a certain footing, while 
those of cheaper grade are liable to fail at the most important 
time. The uniform you wear, though of course neat and well 
constructed ones add much to the appearance of a team, is not 
of as much importance as the gloves and shoes, as the plays you 
can make depend upon the latter. 




HARRY STEINFELDT, 

Third baseman for the Cincinnatis. Steinfeldt has the strongest 

throwing arm of any man who plays with the major leagues. 



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PLAYING FOR BATTERS 

Up to this we have been dealing with the position under 
ordinary conditions mainly. Now we come to the variations and 
inside work and here is where the brain work begins to tell. 
Most any one can become a good mechanical fielder, provided 
he will practice sufficiently, but few master the finer points. A 
careful study of the game, the batsman and your own pitcher are 
required for this. 

The first thing to note is whether the batsman is right or left 
handed. This will make all the difference in the world as to 
where he is most likely to place a hit. With a batter who 
stands to the left of the plate and a fast pitcher the third base- 
man is the least likely to have hits to handle. With a slow 
pitcher the batter is likely to pull the ball around toward third. 
With a batter on the right side of the plate and a fast pitcher 
the third baseman is likely to have his hands full. With a slow 
pitcher and a fast batter the first baseman is the one most in 
danger. 

Different curves and different styles of pitching also produce 
different fielding conditions. Fast pitching with the ball straight 
over the plate produces chances whch are easy to handle unless 
the ball has too much speed. A straight pitched ball is gen- 
erally hit without skew or twist and as a rule there is little 
doubt as to whether it is to be classed as a hit or an error when 
missed. 

Watch out for bad bounders on curves and breaks. The ball 
almost always has a certain amount of rotary motion and this 
causes sharp breaks and bad bounds. It is this which makes 
clean fielding difficult. No rule can be laid down for fielding 
such hits and much judgment and experience is necessary in 
handling them properly. Even the greatest players are some- 




LEE TANNEHILL, 
Chicago Americans, illustrating how to catch a ball which is 
over the head. This sort of catch is the most sensational a player 
can make. 



Spalding's Athletic Library. 31 

times fooled so there is no reason to get discouraged if one 
or two get past you. Always try to study out for yourself the 
season for such breaks and whether they are caused by pitching, 
peculiar batting or irregularities of the diamond. No two dia- 
monds are exactly the same so far as fielding is concerned 
and the quicker you find out the ground around your position 
the better off you will be. By studying out causes for your 
failures you will lay up a store of knowledge which will 
prevent many mishaps in the future. 

In placing yourself for a batter you should know something 
about the man you are playing for. It is safe to play well in 
for a fast man who is good at placing the ball. For a heavy 
hitter play well back on the base lines. This is especially true 
with an exceptionally heavy batter who is slow on his feet. 
With such a one it pays to get back to the edge of the base 
line. In case the base line is skinned and the grass begins 
back of it never field on the grass as the ball will invariably 
take a bound when it hits the edge of the latter. In fielding 
plays of this kind it is of importance to get yourself set for the 
throw as well as the catch. For weak hitters or when it is 
necessary to prevent a run from scoring with a man on third, 
field well in toward the plate so as to prevent the batter bunting 
the runner home. 

In conclusion, and most important of all, always play the ball 
and never let the latter play you. The moment you get unfixed 
in your ideas and become wobbly you are almost sure to make 
a break. 




OSTEEN, 

Clever young third baseman, who played with the New York- 
Americans during part of the season of 1904. The photograph 
illustrates his usual position at the base. 



Spalding' s Athletic Library. 33 



HOW TO HANDLE BUNTS 

Now we come to the most important signal problem a third 
baseman has to face — bunting. The first baseman, pitcher and 
catcher also have to take care of bunts occasionally, but upon 
the third baseman falls most of the work in this line. This 
work is increasing in importance right along as the batting be- 
comes more scientific and more restrictions are placed on the 
pitcher. 

Formerly bunting was restricted mainly to sacrificing with a 
man already on base. Now the third baseman has to look for it 
most any time with a fast man at bat. Such men as Keeler, 
Bay and Leach are as likely to get a hit through bunting as any 
other way, especially when mixing bunts up with place hitting. 

The first thing to do is to know your batter. With the bases 
unoccupied a heavy hitter is not likely to try for a bunt, espe- 
cially if slow. A light hitting, speedy batter, on the other hand, 
is always dangerous in this respect. Therefore it is safe to field 
in closer for the latter than the former. Try to judge what 
your man intends to do from his actions. If he takes the bat short 
when that is not his regular style of handling it be ready for a 
slow hit or bunt. Watch the way he places his feet as some 
batters give away the direction in which they are going to pull 
the ball By the way they stand. Some batters have a habit of 
looking around in the direction they are trying to place a hit, 
and this is a good sign to follow. If up against a trick batter, 
however, he may try to throw you off by doing something to 
indicate a hit in one direction and sending it in the other and 
this is a case where only your good judgment can be of any 
avail. 

With a man on first and no outs a bunt is always to be looked 
for, no matter whether a batter is fast or slow. The same is 




BATCH, 

Brooklyn's young third baseman, who started in the season of 
1904 at a gait that astonished all of the old timers. He is par- 
ticularly good at handling hunts. 



Spalding's Athletic Library. 35 

true with a man on second only in less degree. With one out 
and a man on first or second, a bunt must also be expected, 
though conditions of the game will cut a figure here. With one 
out, a man on second, a fast man at bat and but one run needed 
to tie or win, a bunt is always to be looked for and quick work 
is called for in this case as there is a chance to catch the runner 
going to third. With a man on third a good man at bunting 
will sometimes try to bunt the runner home, a trick used by 
McGraw, and under these conditions the third baseman should 
field well in toward home. 

Bunts require more judgment in their handling than any 
other kind of hits. Frequently they must be picked up with the 
ungloved hand and thrown without a chance for the fielder to 
set himself. The fielder must know the men on the bases and 
their speed to make the correct play even after he has the ball. 
With a slow runner on first and a fast one at bat as a rule the 
try should be made at second, giving a chance for a double. 
With a man on second it takes fast fielding and a quick turn 
to catch him going to third, but the play is worth trying for 
especially if the game is so close that a run is likely to prove 
decisive. 

In order to handle bunts properly the third baseman must 
have the situation figured out before the pitcher delivers the 
ball to the plate. Then if something crops up which makes the 
play planned impossible quick thinking on the spur of the moment 
will sometimes save the day. Don't rely on this latter, how- 
ever, but plan your plays before they come up and then you 
can devote all of your time to fielding the ball and at the same 
time be sure you will know what to do with it after it is 
secured. 

Special instruction in regard to form in fielding bunts is of 
but little value. The play comes in so many different forms 
and so fast that it is a case of adaptability rather than any 
special style. When a bunt is looked for field well inside of 
third and closer to the foul line than under ordinary condi- 
tions. A fast start is an essential and practice will do much 




WILLIAM BRADLEY, 
Cleveland's third baseman, waiting for an easy bounder. Brad- 
ley's great ability to throw underhand is of much assistance to 
him as an infielder. 



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toward giving you this. Have one of your team mates bunt 
for you and you will soon increase your speed and gain con- 
fidence in handling the ball. Care must be taken in coming in 
fast, however, that you are not moving so fast as to be unable 
to pick up the ball. Practice throwing the ball to first under 
handed as that is the quickest way to get the ball over on 
short throws. 

Always have a good understanding with the pitcher and 
catcher in regard to fielding bunts. This will avoid collisions 
and prevent getting mixed up. In case there is an infield captain, 
he is supposed to call the player who is to take the ball. Even 
if you think you have the best chance to get the ball follow his 
advice. He is in a better position to judge the play than you 
are. 



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FIELDING FOR BASE RUNNERS 

In guarding third base it is necessary to know something 
of blocking. Blocking is forbidden by the rules, but the umpire 
seldom pays any attention to it provided the case in not a 
flagrant one, and nearly every third baseman does it to help 
him make an out. Never block a player unless it is to assist 
you in putting the ball on him and never intentionally injure 
a player in doing it at any time. Miss an out before taking- 
chances of injuring a fellow player. 

When a base runner slides for third it is often possible to 
block him momentarily while you put the ball on him. when 
to side step would be to miss the out. In other cases 
it is possible to shove the runner to one side or the other 
enough and cause him to slide past the bag. Always watch the 
base runner who is sliding closely as frequently he will slide 
over or past the bag and you can get him before he can return. 

Keep your eyes open for at attempt to spike you. This is 
'"dirty" ball of the worst kind and it is more likely to be found 
among non-professional players than among those who follow 
the game for a living. A professional who uses his spikes in 
trying to injure a player soon gets a bad reputation and is 
shunned by others. Some amateurs think the trick a smart one. 
Protect yourself from a runner who is sliding feet first by 
stepping to one side or the other and in case he goes out of 
his way to reach you your duty is to protect yourself as best 
you can without regard to the runner. 

A trick you must look out for is being pulled or thrown off' 
your feet either by a base runner catching you with his arm 
or striking your leg with some part of his body. Always get 
a firm footing to avoid being thrown and if you should be 
knocked over put the ball on the runner as you fall on him. 




UNGLAUB, 
Utility infielder of the Boston Americans, after a one-hand catch 
of a high throw. Note the pocket in the glove, something that 
all ball players work to effect. 



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In a run up or when a man is coming into third standing up 
watch out for an attempt to jostle the ball out of your grasp. 

Try tricks occasionally to catch a base runner off third. To 
do this you must have signals to exchange with the catcher and 
pitcher. A catcher with a quick snap can frequently nail a 
runner, but the signals must be exchanged before the ball is 
pitched or a misplay is more likely than one that will prove 
successful. The catcher will see that the proper signal is given 
to the pitcher so that the batsman will not hit the ball and you 
must hustle back to first without waiting to see whether the 
batsman is successful in making connections or not. Work your 
man before signaling for the play and try to get him to take a 
dangerous lead. If he is too daring before the ball is pitched 
hustle back to the bag after signaling the pitcher and try to 
catch him this way. If caught off the bag the runner will 
sometimes make a dash for the plate and try to save himself 
by a slide. If you are prepared for this he should be an easy out, 
but if not a wild throw will cause trouble. 



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TEAM WORK EXPLAINED 

Even though perfect in individual play no third baseman 
can ever hope to be successful without team work. Team work 
is the point which wins games and upon the third baseman falls 
a large share of team work. That is one of the reasons why no 
great team has ever existed without a great third baseman. It 
also explains why some third basemen of but ordinary mechani- 
cal ability are regarded as among the leading players at third. 

The secret of team play as well as nearly everything else in 
base ball lies in hard study. No exact lines can be laid down 
as to team play which will leave nothing to be learned. Rules 
for the mechanical plays are easy enough and anyone who 
takes the pains can soon learn them. Practice will make these 
second nature and enable you to work them correctly, even 
when working at top speed. This is the first point to master. 
After that you must depend largely upon your own ability to 
think clearly and quickly. 

The first thing that the third baseman runs against in team 
work is in fielding both grounders and flies. The men he works 
with are the shortstop, pitcher and catcher. Frequently the 
fraction of a second's hesitation will prove fatal in handling a 
bunt. As a rule the third baseman should handle bunts toward 
third. He is in the best position to field and throw. With a slow 
fielding pitcher, and especially with a left handed pitcher, it is 
of the utmost importance for the third baseman to go after 
almost any ball not dropped directly in front of the plate or to- 
ward first. Call your ball when you go after it so as to leave no 
chance for a mistake and pay no attention to anything else until 
you get it. 

In getting flies it is well to let the catcher have the chance if 
he has as good an opportunity to reach the ball as you have, 
owing to his larger glove. The trouble with fielding flies is 



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that many opportunities are afforded for spectacular plays and 
fielders can not be prevented from "starring" to the detriment 
of the team. The only way to avoid collisions is by obeying the 
call of the captain no matter what you think of your own 
chances. 

A big point in team work is in knowing the capabilities of 
the men you are working with. Some first basemen are weak 
on high or wide throws while others can not stop low ones. 
Hurried throws can not always be directed correctly, but a little 
care will prevent throws to a baseman's bad point on ordinary 
chances. 

Throws to the bases must be governed by the conditions at 
the time. On a force out at second throw at the body of the 
baseman. If he is taking care of his part of the work he will 
hold his hands in such a position as to guide your throw. Where 
a slide is looked for in an endeavor to avoid being tagged the 
throw must be low and far enough out on the side from which 
the slide is expected to give the baseman a chance to tag the 
runner before the runner's feet or hands can get to the bag. 
When it is necessary to throw past a runner look out for some 
sign from the man you are to throw to telling you which side 
to throw to. Unless you do this you are likely to hit the runner 
and make a bad break. 

The most frequent opportunities the third baseman has for a 
double play is on an attempted bunt with a man on first. An- 
other opportunity comes at times with a man on second. Fast 
fielding on a infield tap will get the runner at first and a quick 
return to third will catch the runner from second trying to 
gain that base. If the runner at second gets too far off second 
on an infield tap try for him or make a bluff to scare him back 
and then make your throw to first. In throwing to second for 
a double play get the ball waist high and to the outside of the 
bag so that the player fielding at that point can whip it to first 
without delay. In taking a throw yourself always guide the 
aim of the man throwing, by holding your hands where you want 
the throw. 



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Backing up is an essential feature of team work. On hits 
which the shortstop takes the third baseman should back up 
behind him whenever possible. If the pitcher fields over toward 
third on bunts back him up also. On throws the third baseman 
is mainly called upon to back up the second baseman and 
catcher. On all throws from right field back up behind second, 
third or home as the throw may be directed. In case of a wild 
throw past first back up on the return throw to first and in 
case of a wild throw to the plate cover the latter or back up 
the pitcher if he does so. The catcher, pitcher, left fielder and 
shortstop will on the other hand back up the particular one 
depending upon the direction of the throw. In case you field for 
a grounder and miss it, it is always well to remember the old 
trick of throwing yourself flat on the ground in order to give 
the shortstop a chance to throw in case he gets the ball, and 
you can not get out of his way otherwise. 



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WATCH PROFESSIONALS 

As a final course in learning to play your position go to see 
the best professional players you can. Even minor league players 
have a better opportunity to study the game than those on 
amateur or semi-professional teams. It is a business with them 
and they have the chance to profit by the experience and coach- 
ing of older players who were once in fast company. 

Watching professionals will do you but little good, however, 
unless you use your brain while doing so. Every player has 
some point at which he is unusually strong. By studying these 
you will be able to learn how to handle different chances. The 
best players are the ones who show the most uniform work and 
this should be the point you strive for. If you have a weak 
point watch how others overcome it and practice until you can 
do so also. This is the only road to success. 

In playing third base there are a number of players who can 
be held up as models. Jimmie Collins is probably the most 
ideal man playing third base to-day. Collins is not only per- 
fect in his mechanical work, but he is a brilliant general and 
good leader as well. His form is all but perfect and you can 
make no mistake in taking him as a model to follow. The same 
is true of Tommy Leach and the latter is an even faster man 
than Collins. Bradley is a good player to copy after in han- 
dling bunts and throwing to first. Greminger, who has been 
among the leaders at third in the averages is not a good man 
for the young player to model after on the other hand. He does 
not cover enough ground, and has not the headwork of Collins 
or Leach. 

Fielding averages do not really indicate a man's efficiency 
as a rule and some of the leading men of the game do not 
stand high in the game judged purely from this standpoint. 
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of what is expected of a leading third haseman the averages 
of the first five men in both the National and American leagues 
for 1904 are given below. They should prove an interesting 

and instructive study to ambitious young players. 



NATIONAL LEAGUE. 







Fielding 










Batting. 




G. 


P.O. 


A. 


E. 


P.C. 


Player. 


A.B. 


R. 


H. 


P.C. 


61 


75 


116 


14 


.932 


Woodruff 


306 


20 


58 


.190 


102 


143 


191 


27 


.925 


Wolverton 


398 


43 


106 


.266 


104 


138 


190 


31 


.914 


McCormick 


347 


28 


64 


.184 


28 


25 


49 


7 


.914 


Dunn 


181 


27 


56 


.309 


17 


22 


31 


5 


.914 


Barry 


385 


44 


94 


.244 










AMERICAN LEAGUE. 










Fielding. 










Batting. 




G. 


P.O. 


A. 


E. 


P.C. 


Plater. 


A.B. 


R. 


H. 


P.C. 


153 


179 


364 


30 


.948 


Tannehill 


122 


14 


25 


.205 


154 


182 


309 


28 


.946 


Bradley 


607 


95 


182 


.300 


82 


102 


124 


28 


.946 


Greminger 


307 


19 


66 


.215 


156 


191 


320 


30 


.945 


Collins 


633 


85 


168 


.265 


114 


154 


242 


23 


.945 


Conroy 


486 


60 


121 


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The first requisite of a ball player is, of course, the ball and bat. The 
Spalding Official League Ball has been used exclusively by the National 
League, minor leagues, and by all intercollegiate and other associations 
for over a quarter of a century, and is beyond all question the most per- 
fect base ball that has ever been produced. It is backed up by an absolute 
guarantee to last through one continuous match game without ripping or 
losing its shape. The Spalding Official League Ball is sold by all first- 
class athletic goods dealers throughout the country, and the price is $1.25 
each. 

For boys' use especially, there is a smaller size, called Spalding's Official 
Boys' League Ball, which combines all the qualities of the Official ball, 
and is just as carefully made. It is especially designed for junior clubs 
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this ball is used will be recognized as legal games, the same as if played 
with the Official League Ball. The Official Boys' League Ball costs 
75 cents. 

Other balls which give good satisfaction are the Double Seam Ball, $1.25: 
'Varsity League, $1.00; Interscholastic League — a smaller size of the 
'Varsity — 50 cents, and so on down in price. Every team, however, should 
practice with the official ball, thereby accustoming themselves to its use 
when called upon to play match games. 



In selecting a base ball bat care should be used to select a 
properly balanced bat of only the best material and workman- 
ship; the wood should be dried for a number of seasons out of 
doors in order to insure the proper resiliency and driving 
power, and should be of a correct model to properly balance 
according to the needs of the particular batter using that bat. 
This of course will vary according to the different styles of 
batting. A. G. Spalding & Bros, have facilities for producing 
the finest bats in the world. They have a corps of experts 
who devote their entire energies to this particular subject. 
Only second-growth ash of upland timber is selected, and 
after it has been carefully seasoned for at least three years, 
it is then worked up into bats, and any wood which shows any 
imperfection is thrown out. 

The Spalding bat experts are familiar with every model 
used by any player of note in the country, and all of these 
models are incorporated in the line of bats turned out by this 
house. 

In the regular line of bats, without question, the best is 
A. G. Spalding & Bros.' " Gold Medal " bat, each one of which 
is tagged with a certificate showing the weight, length, size 
and inspection, and is an absolute guarantee that it has passed 
the most rigid inspection and is perfect in every detail. The 
Gold Medal bat includes the models of every prominent batter 
in all of the leagues. The timber is thoroughly seasoned for 
for from three to five years and fully guaranteed. The Spald- 
ing Gold Medal Bat is made with a tape-wound handle or a 
plain handle, in men's sizes, for $1.00 each. There is also a 
Boy's Gold Medal Bat, in plain handle only, at 50 cents each. 



Another good bat is called "The Mushroom," owing to the 
peculiar formation of the handle, which utilizes a principle by 
which a bat of the same weight is made many times more 
effective than the ordinary style under certain conditions, 
and as an all-around bat many prominent professional players 
testify to their appreciation of the good points of its construc- 
tion. They say: "Both balance and model are perfect." 

The knob arrangement at the end of the bat enables a more 
even distribution of weight over the whole length than is 
possible under the old construction, and for certain kinds of 
play the bat is practically invaluable. 

(< John J. McGraw, Manager of the New York club, says : 
' For a long time I have been trying to find a bat that would 
balance when choking. Not until I used the Mushroom Bat, 
invented by Jack Pickett, have I found a bat that was up to 
my idea. It is used exclusively by the New York players." 

James J. Callahan, of the Chicago American League club, says : " In 
all my experience as a ball player I have not found a more satisfactory 
bat than the Spalding Mushroom Bat. The timber is the best I have seen 
and the balance and model are perfect." 

Wm. Gleason, Captain Philadelphia National League club, says: "No 



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bat has given me such good service as the Spalding Mushroom Bat. 
Quality and balance are perfect." 

Charles A. Comiskey, President of the Chicago American League club, 
says : " The Spalding Mushroom Bat receives my hearty endorsement. 
My experience as a ball player enables me to thoroughly appreciate its 
good qualities." 

James F. Slagle, John Evers, F. L. Chance, J. Kling, J. McCarthy, Joe 
Tinker, Dr. J. P. Casey, D. Jones, of the Chicago National League club, 
all say that they have never used a more satisfactory bat. The price of 
the taped or plain Mushroom is $1.00. 

Spalding's Trade Marked Bats rank next to the Mushroom 
Bat in point of excellence and are made with the greatest 
care and thoroughly seasoned. They are as follows : Wagon 
Tongue Ash Bat, League quality, special finish, spotted burn- 
ing, 50 cents; Black End Axletree Bat, finest straight grained 
ash, tape-wound handle, 25 cents ; Black Band Bat, extra 
quality ash, 25 cents ; Junior League Bat. extra quality ash, 
spotted burning, 25 cents ; Boys' Bat, selected quality ash, 
polished and varnished, antique finish, 10 cents ; Youths' Bat, 
good quality, 5 cents. 

In catchers' masks, the best made is 
is Spalding's Sun Protecting Mask, 
which is made of finest steel wire, 
extra heavily enamelled, and which 
protects the eye without obstructing 
the view; it sells for $4.00. 

Spalding's Neck Protecting Mask is 
made of finest steel wire, extra heavy 
and black enamelled to prevent re- 
flection of light; the patent neck ex- 
tension affords absolute protection to 
the neck, the price is $3.00. The 
Special League Mask costs $2.50, and 
then there are cheaper ones, at still 
lower prices. 
Every catcher needs a mitt and he has the greatest variety 
to choose from. The very best mitt made is Spalding's 
"Perfection" which is cer- 
tainly an object of art in 
its line. The leather is of 
finest quality calfskin, pad- 
ding of best hair felt ob- 
tainable and every other 
detail of manufacture has 
been carefully considered, 
including patent lace back 
with rawhide lacing. 
Thumb is reinforced and 
laced, double row of stitch- 
ing on heel pad and strap- 
and-buckle fastening at 
back. It costs $6.00. 

For professional use 
Spalding's are now making 
a special professional 
catcher's mitt which is a 
duplicate of their "Perfec- 
tion," but slightly smaller in size, having no heel pad, and the face of 
the mitt is covered with the finest quality of white buck specially selected. 
The padding in this professional mitt is in accordance with the ideas of 
the best professional catchers in this country; price $7.00. 





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Spalding's League Mitt is made of special tanned leather, very soft and 
pliable, heavily padded. It costs $4.00. 

In Spalding's No. Mitt the face, sides and finger-piece are made of 
velvet tanned boulevard and the back of selected asbestos buck, well pad- 
ded. $2.50. 

Spalding's "Decker Patent" Mitt, made same as the No. Mitt, with 
the addition of a heavy piece of sole leather on back for extra protection 
to the hand and fingers. $3.00. 

Spalding's No. OA Mitt is extra large and heavily padded, and is ex- 
tremely well made of velvet tanned boulevard and special tanned leather 
finger-piece and back. $2.00. 

Spalding's Amateur Mitt is made of extra quality asbestos buck, per- 
spiration proof, extremely tough and durable. This is a very popular 
mitt. $1.50. 

The face and finger-piece of Spalding's No. C Mitt is made of special 
velvet tanned brown leather, sides and back of firm tanned leather. $1.00. 

The foregoing mitts are all equipped with strap-and-buckle fastening 
at back, have double row of stitching on heel pad, are reinforced and 
laced at thumb, and with patent laced back as an additional feature con- 
stitute absolutely the highest grade line of mitts ever manufactured. All 
styles are made in rights and lefts. 

Spalding's Youths' Mitt No. AB is made with extra quality white buck, 
face and finger-piece extremely tough and durable; well padded; rein- 
forced and laced at thumb and double row of stitching on heel pad; patent 
lace back: strap-and-buckle fastening at back. $1.00. 

Spalding's Practice Mitt is made of specially 
firm tanned oak leather, easy fitting, patent lace 
back. None better for practice. No. B, $1 00. 

Spalding's Youths' Mitt No.CC. Face and finger- 
piece velvet tanned brown leather, sides and back 
firm tanned leather; reinforced and laced at thumb; 
double row of stitching on heel pad; patent lace 
back; strap-and-buckle fastening. 50 cents. 

Spalding's Youths' Mitt No. BB is a great favor- 
ite, made of extra quality firm tanned oak leather; 
well padded and substantially made; double row of 
stitching on heel pad; reinforced and laced at 
thumb; patent lace back; strap-and-buckle fastening at back. 50 cents. 

Spalding's No. 4 Mitt. Men's size. Firm tanned leather; extra heavily 
padded; reinforced and laced at thumb joint and double row of stitching 
on heel pad. 50 cents. 

Spalding's Junior Mitt is the most popular mitt made; the face and back 
are made of asbestos buck; well padded; laced thumb; double row of 
stitching on heel pad; patent lace back. No. CB. Each, 25 cents. 

Spalding's No. 5 Mitt. Improved style; face and 
back made of asbestos buck; laced thumb; well 
padded and double row of stitching on heel pad. 
Each. 25 cents. Spalding's No. 7 Mitt has a face 
of asbestos buck and canvas back; it is a good size 
and well padded. Each, 10 cents. 

A most necessary part of a catcher's equipment 
is a body protector. Spalding's Inflated Body Pro- 
tectors are the only practical device for the pro- 
tection of catchers and and umpires. They are 
made of best rubber, inflated with air; light and 
pliable. The lower part of these protectors are 
hinged, so that they do not interfere with the 
catcher in bending over. When not in use they 
may be deflated and the protector rolled in a very 
small space; Special Quality covering of extra fine 
material. No. 2-0, Each, $7.50. League Catchers' 
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Catchers' Protector No. 1, $3.50; Boys' Catchers' Protector No. 2, $2.00. 

Umpires' Body Protectors are made to order only. A pattern showing 

exact size and shape required must be sent with order. They cost $10.00. 

For the first baseman there is a choice of five styles of mitts, as follows: 

Spalding's No. BX Mitt, made of fine selected 
and specially tanned calfskin, extremely well made 
throughout and padded to meet the special re- 
quirements of a baseman's mitt; laced all around 
and strap-and-buckle fastening at back; double 
row of stitching on heel pad. $4.00. 

The No. BXS Mitt is composed of same quality 
materials and workmanship as in the No. BX 
First Basemen's Mitt. It has no heel pad and is 
made up especially for professional use. $4.00. 

No. CX Mitt, is made on same lines as No. BX: 
face of specially tanned drab leather, extra well 
padded at wrist and thumb; laced all around and 
strap-and-buckle fastening: at back; double row of 
stitching on heel pad. $2.00. 

No. DX Mitt, a good article at a moderate price; made of oak tan spe- 
cially selected leather, laced all around and strap-and-buckle fastening at 
back; a very easy fitting mitt. $1.50. 

No. EX Mitt is an excellent mitt for boys; made of good quality white 
leather, laced all around and strap- and-buckle fastening at back; suitably 
padded and will give very good service. $1.00. 

The Infielders have no less than sixteen styles to select from, ranging in 
price from $3.00 to 25 cents. 

Spalding's No. PX Infielders' Glove is made up 
on lines suggested by prominent professional 
players. The buckskin used in making up this 
glove is the finest obtainable, and all other items 
of manufacture have been carefully looked into. 
It is heavily padded around edges with fine quality 
felt, and padding extends well up into the little 
finger. Has no heel pad, but is made extra long to 
protect wrist. $3.00. 

Spalding's No. 2X Infielders' Glove has retained 
its popularity year after year and to-day is ac- 
knowledged to be the most practical in style and 
get-up of any on the market. Made of selected 
velvet tanned buckskin, lined and padded with 
finest felt; has web thumb; highest quality workmanship; double row of 
stitching on heel pad. No better made at any price. $2.50. 

Spalding's No. 2XS Infielders' Glove is a special glove with features 
that will appeal to the professional player. Made extra long, of selected 
velvet tanned buckskin, lined and lightly padded. Has no heel pad. $2.50. 

Spalding's No. AX Infielders' Glove is a very 
popular style. Made throughout of specially tan- 
ned calfskin, padded with best quality felt. Web 
thumb; double row of stitching on heel pad: high- 
est quality workmanship throughout. $2.50. 

Spalding's No. XL Infielders' Glove is made in 
style similar to the No. PX professional glove, but 
of material same as in the No. X. Has no heel pad 
and is extra long. $1.50. 

Spalding's No. XS Infielders' Glove. Men's size 
glove. Made of good quality special tanned 
leather, well finished and exceedingly durable. 
Web thumb, double row of stitching on heel pad 
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Spalding's No. X is a fine all-around glove, im- 
proved style. Made of good quality horsehide. 
well padded. Web thumb; double row of stitch- 
ing on heel pad. Will give excellent service. $1.50. 
Spalding's No. 15 is a well made glove, improved 
style. Made of extra fine quality brown leather, 
well padded. Web thumb; double row of stitching 
on heel pad. $1.00. 

Spalding's No. 15L Infielders' Glove is made in 
style similar to the No. PX professional glove, but 
of material same as in No. 15. Has no heel pad 
and is extra long. $1.00. 

Spalding's No. 12 Infielders' Glove is made of 
good quality soft suede tanned leather, nicely pad- 
ded. Web thumb, double row of stitching on heel pad. 75 cents. 

Spalding's No. 2XB Infielders' Glove is the best youths' glove; made 
throughout of selected velvet tanned buckskin. Quality of material, 
workmanship and style of glove same as the No. 2X men's glove. $2.00. 
Spalding's No. XB Infielders' Glove is a good youths' size glove. Made 
of fine quality white tanned horsehide. Similar in material, workmanship 
and style to the No. X men's glove. $1.00. 

Spalding's No. 16 Infielders' Glove is a good glove, full size, improved 
style, of good quality soft tanned leather, nicely padded. Web thumb; 
double row of stitching on heel pad. 50 sents. 

Spalding's No. 17 Infielders' Glove is a youths' glove, all leather, good 
quality, well made and padded. Web thumb; double row of stitching on 
heel pad. 25 cents. 

Spalding's No. 18 Infielders' Glove is youths' size. Made of asbestos 
buck and well padded. Double row of stitching on heel pad, web thumb. 
Best quarter glove on the market. 25 cents. 

The outfielders' needs are as follows: 

The best fielders' mitt is Spalding's No. 3X. Made 
of the very best and softest light tanned buckskin; 
the thumb and at wrist is extra well padded; laced 
thumb. $2.50. 

Spalding's No. 4X Fielders' Mitt is made of spe- 
cially tanned drab leather, well padded with fine 
felt and carefully sewed and finished; laced thumb, 
Strap-and-buckle fastening at back. $1.50. 

Spalding's No. 5X Fielders' Mitt is an exceedingly 
good mitt at a popular price; the face made of white 
tanned buckskin; brown leather back; laced thumb; 
constructed throughout in a most substantial manner. $1.00. 

For boys the best is No. 6X, which is made throughout of a good quality 
brown cape leather, well padded and laced thumb; and without doubt the 
best mitt of the kind ever sold at the price. 50 cents. 

Spalding's No. 7X Boys' Fielders' Mitt is of asbestos buck, well padded 
and substantially made; laced thumb. 25 cents. 

We now come to the matter of uniforms. In base ball, as in other 
sports, the constant desire of every player is to excel his fellows. He 
cannot expect to do this unless his outfit is first-class, and any disad- 
vantage he is working under in this direction will detract just so much 
from ultimate results. For over a quarter of a century Spalding's have 
made the suits worn by the best players in this country, outfitting all 
the league clubs and colleges, and their experience counts for something. 

The Spalding Base Ball Uniforms are cut and fitted according to the 
most scientific methods; are double-seamed and reinforced at the weakest 
points, where the greatest strain comes, and are made by experts who 
hive spent many years in this work, and who are therefore better fitted 
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is probably no place in athletics where quality counts for more than it 
does in a base ball uniform. The best is the cheapest. 

We give below a list of uniforms suitable to all classes of clubs, from 
which it is possible to equip any team from the largest League club to 
the smallest on the lot. 

The Spalding Uniform No. 0. Highest grade made. The workmanship 
and material of this outfit is of the very highest quality throughout, and 
special care has been taken to make this uniform superior to anything 
offered in this line. Used 
exclusively by all 
league and professional 
clubs for years past is 
sufficient evidence of 
its quality and durabil- 
ity. Colors: White, 
Pearl Gray, Yale Gi'ay 
Light Gray, Black, Ma- 
roon, Royal Blue, Navy 
Blue, Brown, Green, 
Cardinal. Consists of 
the Spalding Shirt, 
any style: the Spalding 
Pants, any style; the 
SpaldingStockings.No. 
3-0; the Spalding Cap, 
any style; the Spalding 
Web Belt, leather 
lined. The Spalding 
Uniform complete, 
$15.60. Net price to 
clubs ordering for en- 
tire team, $12.50. No 
extra charge for de- 
tachable sleeves nor for 
lettering shirts with 
name of club. 

The University Uni- 
form No. 1. In work- 
manship and quality of 
material our University 
Uniform No. 1 is equal 
to our No. Uniform, 
but slightly lighter. 
Colors : White, Pearl 
Gray, Yale Gray. Light 
Gray, Black, Maroon, 
Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Green, Cardi- 
nal. The University 
Uniform comprises: the 
Univei - sity Shirt, any 
style; the University 
Pants, any style;_ the 
University Stockings, 
all wool. No. 1R; the 
University Cap, any 
style: the University 
Web Belt, or al? leather. 
The University Uni- 
form, complete, $12.50. 
Net price to clubs or- JOHN J. McGRAW, 

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per suit, $10.00. No extra charge for detachable sleeves nor for lettering 
shirts with name of club. 

The Interscholastic Uniform No. 2. Made of same grade of material 
as our higher-priced uniforms, but of lighter weight flannel.. Substan- 
tially made and a most serviceable outfit. Colors : White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Brown, 
Green, Cardinal. This is one of our most popular suits, and will give the 
best of satisfaction. It can usually be worn two seasons. Interscholastic 

Shirt, any style; Inter- 
scholastic Pants, any 
style; Interscholastic 
Wool Stockings, No. 
2R; Interscholastic 
Quality Cap, any style; 
1 1 terscholastic Web 
Bait. The Interscholas- 
t'.c Uniform, complete, 
$ 1.65. Net price to 
clubs ordering for en- 
tire team, $8.00 per 
suit. No extra charge 
for lettering shirts 
with name of club 
nor for detachable 
sleeves. 

The Club Special 
Uniform No. 3 is made 
of good quality flannel 
in a variety of very de- 
sirable patterns. Well 
finished and a most ex- 
cellent outfit for ama- 
taur clubs. Colors: 
White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, 
Black, Maroon, Royal 
Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Cardinal. A 
most desirable young 
men's suit. Elegantly 
made, and of good, 
strong, handsome 
material. On exactly 
same patterns as the 
League suits. The Club 
Special Uniform No. 3 
comprises the follow- 
ing: the Club Special 
Shirt, any style: the 
Club Special Pants, 
any style; the Club 
Special Stockings, all 
wool. No. 3R; the Club 
Special Cap, any style; 
the Club Special Web 
Belt. The price of the 
Club Special Uniform, 
complete, is $7.00, and 
the net price to clubs 
ordering for entire 
JAMES COLLINS, team, per suit, $5.50. 

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charge for lettering shirts with name of club nor for detachable sleeves. 

The Amateur Special Uniform No. 4 is made of good quality flannel 
and compares favorably with uniforms of other makers quoted at a much 
higher price. It is an excellent wearing uniform, cut and finished as 
well as higher-priced suits, and is very popular with the younger base 
ball players. Colors: White, Light Gray, Blue Gray, Maroon, Navy 
Blue, Green. The Amateur Special Uniform No. 4 consists of the fol- 
lowing articles : the Amateur Special Shirt, any style; the Amateur 
Special Pants, padded; the Amateur Special Stockings No. 4R; the 
Amateur Special Cap, styles 21 and 5 only; the Amateur Special Web 
Belt. A single Amateur Special Uniform, complete, costs $5.00, but the 
net price to clubs ordering for entire team is $4.00 per suit. No extra 
charge for lettering shirts with name of club nor for detachable sleeves. 

The Spalding Junior Uniform No. 5 is made expressly for clubs com- 
posed of boys and youths, and will stand the hnrdest kind of wear. It is 
made and trimmed in first-class style. Colors: Maroon, Green, Blue Gray, 
Brown Mix. The Spalding Junior Uniform No. 5 is made up of the 
articles enumerated herewith: the Spalding Junior Shirt, any style; the 
Spalding Junior Pants, padded: the Spalding Junior Cap, styles 21 and 5 
only; the Spalding Junior Belt, the Spalding Junior Stockings. The 
Spalding Junior Uniform No. 5, complete, costs $4.00. To clubs ordering 
nine or more uniforms, the price is $3.00 per suit. There is no extra 
charge for lettering shirts with name of club nor for detachable sleeves. 

The Spalding Youths' Uniform No. 6. The price at which this uniform 
is sold should make it extremely popular. It is very well made of good 
quality Gray material, and consists of the Spalding Youths' Shirt, button 
front, with one felt letter only; the Spalding Youths' Pants, padded; the 
Spalding Youths' Stockings; the Spalding Youths' Cap, style 21; the 
Spalding Youths' Belt. The Spalding Youths' Uniform No. 6, complete, 
costs $2.00, and the net price to clubs ordering nine or more uniforms is 
$1.50 per suit. 

The prices of Spalding's Base Ball Shirts are as follows : "The Spald- 
ing" Shirt, any style, with nameof club, $6.00; "'University" Shirt, any 
style, with name of club, $5.00; "Interscholastic" Shirt, any style, with 
name of club, $4.00; "Club Special" Shirt, any style, with name of club, 
$2.75; "Amateur Special" Shirt, any style with name of club, $2.00; 
"Junior" Shirt, any style, with name of club, $1.50. 

Spalding's Base Ball Pants cost: "The Spalding" Pants, any style, 
per pair, $6.00; "University" Pants, any style, per pair, $5.00: Interschol- 
astic" Pants, arty^ style, per pair, $3.75; "Club Special" Pants, any style, 
per pair, $2.75; "Amateur Special" Pants, padded, per pair, $2.00; 
'Junior" Pants, padded, per pair, $1.50. 

The Pittsburg club has adopted the idea of wearing a collarless jersey 
with striped sleeves under the flannel shirt, the sleeves of which extend 
only to the elbow.displaying the striped jersey under- 
neath, and matching the striped stockings. While 
the solid gray body is considered most suitable, they 
can be made up in any combination, but to order 
only, and orders should be placed early. 
They cost $2.50 each. 

The shoe used by all the best players 
is The Spalding Highest Quality Base 
Ball Shoe, which is hand-made through- 
out and of specially selected kangaroo 
leather. Extreme care is taken in its 
general construction, and no pains or 
expense spared in making this shoe 
not only of the very highest in quality, 
but a perfect shoe in every detail. The 
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are of the finest hand-forged razor steel and firmly riveted to heel and 
sole. They cost $6.00 per pair. 

The Spalding Sprinting Shoe is made of same quality as our No. 2-0 
shoe, but built on the famous Spalding running shoe last. They weigh 
about eighteen ounces to the pair and are made with extra care through- 
out. Per pair, $6.50, 

The Spalding Club Special Shoe is made of carefully selected satin calf- 
skin, machine sewed, very substantially constructed, and a first-class shoe 
in every particular. Steel plates riveted to heel and sole. Per pair, $5.00. 
The Spalding Amateur Special Shoe is made of good quality calfskin, 
machine sewed; a serviceable and durable shoe, and one we can specially 
recommend. Plates riveted to heel and sole. Per pair, $3.50. 
The Spalding Junior Shoe. A leather 
shoe complete with plates. Made on regu- 
lar base ball shoe last and an excellent 
shoe for junior teams. Per pair, $2.00. 





Spalding's Beveled Edge Shoe Plates, 
made of razor steel, are the kind used by 
all League players. They cost 50 cents 
for a pair of toe plates and 50 cents for a 
pair of heel plates. 
vo« Toe and heel plates of good quality can be bought for 

25 cents a pair, 
Spalding's Pitchers' Toe Plate is worn on the toe 
and affords a thorough protection to the shoe, and at 
the same time a most valuable assistant in pitching. 
Made for right or left shoe. Made of aluminum, they 
cost 50 cents, and of brass, 25 cents. 

Every player needs an ankle supporter and the best 
made is the Hackey Patent Ankle Supporter. It is 

worn over or under stocking and supports the ankle ad- 
mirably, while not interfering in any way with free move- 
ments. It relieves pain immediately and cures a sprain in 
a remarkably short time. In ordering, size of shoe worn 
should be given. • 

No. H. Made of soft tanned leather, best quality. Per 
pair, $1.00. 

No. SH. Good quality sheepskin, lined, bound and reinforced. Per 
pair, 50 cents. 

No. CH. Black duck, lined and bound, leather reinforced. Per pair, 
25 cents. 





In stockings, the best cost $1.75 per pair, and range in price down to 25 
cents for a cotton pair. Belts and caps also come in a great variety, both 
of styles and prices. 

Every player should have a uniform bag to keep his outfit clean and in 
good shape. A canvas one costs $2.50, and when made of fine bag leather, 
$5.00. 

A club should also have an official scorer and a score book. A very good 
score book, with board cover, to hold 22 games, can be bought for 25 cents. 



A complete list of base ball goods will be found in Spalding's Base Ball 
catalogue which will be sent free to any address by A. G. Spalding & Bros, 
from their stores in any of the following cities: New York, Chicago, 
Philadelphia, San Francisco, St. Louis, Boston, Buffalo, Baltimore, Den- 
ver, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Washington, Pittsburg, Syracuse, New 
Orleans, Cincinnati, Montreal, Canada. 



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Purchase Exposition, 1904, for the best, most complete ( 

and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, 

Base Ball and Athletic Supplies shown at the World's Fair. 



SPALDING BASE BALL COATS 




Double Breasted Coat 



Double breasted coat. 



Made of base ball flannel, 
trimmed with different colors on 
collar, cuffs and pockets. Large 
pearl buttons on front. Best of 
workmanship throughout. In 
ordering state color of material 
and trimming desired. 

Sample cards showing quality 
and colors, also special measure- 
ment blanks, furnished on appli- 
cation. 

No. 0. Double breasted coat. 
Each. $10.00 
To clubs purchasing with 
uniforms or nine or more 
coats at one time. Each, $9.00 



Each, $9.00 
To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats 
at one time. ..... Each, $8.00 

No. 2. Double breasted coat. . . . Each, $8.00 

To clubs purchasing with u n iforms or nine or more coats at 
one time. ...... Each, $7.00 

No. OS. Single breasted coat. . . . Each, $9.00 

To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at 
one time. . . . - . . . Each, $8.00 

No. IS. Single breasted coat. . . . Each, $8.00 

To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at. 
one time. ...... Each, $7.00 

No. 2S. Single breasted coat. . . . Each, $7.00 

To clubs purchasing with uniforms or nine or more coats at- 
one time. ...... Each, $6.00 



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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
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Spalding Worsted Web Belts 

Colors: Nos. A, Red; B, Blue; C, Navy Blue; D, Brown; E. 
Black; F, White; J, Maroon; K, Old Gold. 

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No. 3-0. Special League Belt, 

2 1-2 inches wide, leather lined, 

large nickel-plated buckle. 

Each, 85c. 




| No. 2-0. 2 1-2 Inches wide, 

large nickel-plated buckle. 

Each, 60c. 




No. 2. 2 1-2 inches wide, 
double strap, leather covered 
buckles. . . Each, 50c. 




No. 47. 2 1-2 inches wide, ' 

leather covered buckle. 

Each, 50c. 



Spalding Cotton Web Belts 

Colors: Nos. L, Red; Q, White; M, Blue; T, Maroon; V. 
Navy Blue. 




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No. 4. Cotton Web Belt, 2 1-2 

inches wide, metal buckle. 

No. 4. Each, 25c. 




No. 23. Cotton Web Belt, 2 1-2 
inches wide, double strap, 
nickel buckle. . Each, 30c. 
No. 5. Cotton Belt. " 10c. 



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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

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Leather Belts 



No. 804. English hand made, \% inch bridle leather 
belt. Black only. Heavily nickeled harness 
buckle Each, 85c. 



^No. 803. Fine Hogskin, selected leather. Light ^ 

Tan color. Heavy nickeled buckle, with flap. 75c. 
No. 802. Buff or Brown leather belt, lined with' 

patent leather, 1 % inch wide. . . Each, 60c. 
No. 801. Fine i>2 inch leather belt. Black or Tan. 

Heavy harness buckle. . . . Each, 50c. 

No. 800. Tan or Black leather belt, \% inch wide. 

Fine harness buckle Each, 50c. 

No. 725. 1% inch heavy leather, heavy nickeled 

harness buckle. Colors: Tan, Orange or 

Black Each, 40c. 

No. 754. \% inch nickel harness buckle. Colors: 

Tan or Orange Each, 25c. 

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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

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Spalding Pitchers' Box Plates 



Made in accordance 
with National League 
regulations and of 
extra quality white 

rubber. 
No. 3. Complete, with 
pins. Each, $6.00 




Spalding Home Plate 




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Rubber Home Plate, 
made in accordance 
with National League 
regulations, and of ex- 
tra quality white rubber. 

No. 1. Complete, with 
pins. . Each, $8.00 



Spalding Bases 

Complete with straps 

and Spikes. Three 

bases to a set. 

No. 0. League Club 

Bases, extra quality 

canvas, quilted, $6.00 
No. 1. Canvas Bases, well made, not quilted, $4.50 
No. 2. Canvas Bases, ordinary quality. Set, 3.00 




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New York Chicago St. Louis Denver San Francisco 

Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
Montreal, Can. London, England 



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Score Books 



We are making all our base ball score books now according to the 

Morse system. For the convenience of those who have become 

accustomed to the old style, however, we will supply No. 2 only as 

made formerly. 



POCKET SCORE BOOKS 

No. 1. Paper, 7 games. . 
No. 2. Board, 22 games. . 
No. 3. Board, 46 games. . 

CLUB SCORE BOOKS 

No. 4. Board, 30 games. . , 

No. 5. Cloth, 60 games. . 

No. 6. Cloth, 90 games. . 

No. 7. Cloth, 120 games. 



Score Cards. 



Each, 5c. 




Spalding 

Scoring 

Tablet 

A simple, con- 
venient and ac- 
curate device for 
the record of runs 
and outs. It is 
made of celluloid 
and can be car- 
ried in any vest 

pocket. 
No. 1. Each, 25c. 



Each, 10c. 
" 25c. 
" 50c. 

Each, $.75 

" 1.25 

" 1.50 

" 2.00 

Perdoz., .25 

Spalding 

Umpire 

Indicator 

Made of celluloid: 
exact size, 3x1 1-2 
inches. Endorsed 
and used by all the 
League umpires. 
No. 0. Each, 50c. 




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New York Chicago St. Louis Denver San Francisco 

Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
Montreal, Can. London, England 



A SPECIAL AWARD A S D GRAND PRIZE 

were won by A. G. SPALDING & BROS, at the Louisiana 

, Purchase Exposition, 1904, for the best, most complete ( 

and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, 

Base Ball and Athletic Supplies shown at the World's Fair. 




SPALDING BASE BALL CAPS 

Cuts Nos. 5, 23, 15 and 17 style caps show how we are now making 
these in our No. and No. 1 qualities, with pliable stitched visor 
and ventilated crown, without lining and with a piece of perspira- 
tion proof material inserted inside sweat band. In other qualities 
visor is left plain, and ventilated crown and perspiration proof 
band is not supplied. Style No. 15 is furnished with stitched 
visor in all qualities specified under cut. 



Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray. Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Green, Cardinal, $1.00 

1st Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown. Green, Cardinal, 90c. 

2d Quality— -White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Green, Cardinal, 80c. 

3d Quality — White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Cardinal. . Each, 60c. 

4th Quality — White, Light Gray, 
Blue Gray, Maroon, Navy Blue 
and Green. . . Each, 50c. 



5th Quality — Maroon, Green, Blue, 
Gray, Brown Mix. . Each, 25c. 



No. 21— College Style. Made 
in all qualities. 




No. 25— Boston Style. Made 
in 0, 1st, 2d and 3d qualities. 




No. 17— Brooklyn Style. Made 

in 0, 1st, 2d and 3d qualities 

only. 



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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
Montreal. Can. London. England 



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This season we introduce several improvements in the make-up 
of the two best grades, which we know will be welcomed by 
players who appreciate the really good points of a first-class 
article. In ordering caps be sure to state style number or name, 
size, quality and color. Colors in each quality are the same as 
the corresponding quality of base ball uniform. 

Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray. Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Green, Cardinal, $1.00 




No. 5— Chicago Style. Made 

in 0, 1st, 2d, 3d, 4th and 5th 

qualities. 




No. 23 — University Style. 

Made in 0. 1st, 2d and 3d 

qualities only. 




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No. 15— Philadelphia Style. 
Made in 0, 1st, 2d and 3d 
qualities only. 



1st Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Green, Cardinal. 90c. 

S I Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
3rown, Green, Cardinal, 80c. 

3d Quality— White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, 
Brown, Cardinal. . Each, 60c. 

!,lh (Jualitu— White, Light Gray, 
Blue Gray, Maroon, Navy Blue 
and Green. . . Each, 50c. 

5th Quality— -Maroon, Green, Blue, 
Gray, Brown Mix. . Each, 25c. 



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Heavy waterproof canvas, leather rein- 
forced at ends; holds 12 bats. 
No. 2. Each, $3.00 
No. 3. Same as above; to hold 6 bats. 
Each, $1.75 

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all League players. 

No. 1 . Each, $3.00 

Heavy waterproof canvas, leather cap at 

both ends. 

No. 02. Each, 1.25 

Heavy canvas, leather cap at one end. 

No. 03. Each, 80c. 



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Combined Uniform and 
Bat Bag, in style similar 
to our regular uniform 
bags, but furnished with 
extra compartment to 
carry one bat; best canvas. 
Each, $3.00 



Individual Uniform Bag. Made of 
best quality brown canvas, with two 
leather handles and strap-and-buckle 
fastenings. Will hold suit, shoes and 
other necessary articles. 

No. 4. Each, $2.00 

Lettering on any of above bags extra. Prices on application. 





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Substantially made, very durable, and has separate 

compartments for shoes, etc. 

No. 1. Best canvas. . . Each, $2.50 

No. 2. Fine bag leather. . " 5.00 

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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
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THE SPALDING 
"HIGHEST QUALITY" SWEATERS 

Made of the very finest 
Australian lamb's wool, and 
exceedingly soft and pleasant 
to wear. They are full fash- 
ioned to body and arms and 
without seams of any kind. 
The various grades in our 
"Highest Quality" Sweat- 
ers are identical in quality 
and finish, the difference 

in price being due entirely to variations in weight. 
Our No. AA Sweaters are considerably heavier 

than the heaviest sweater ever knitted and cannot be 

furnished by any other maker, as we have exclusive 

control of this special weight. 

No. AA. Particularly suitable for foot ball and 

skating. Heaviest sweater made. Each, $7.00 
No. A. "Intercollegiate" special weight. " 6.00 
No. B. Heavyweight. . . " 5.00 

No. C. Standard weight. . . " 4.00 

Colors: White, Navy Blue, Black, Gray, Maroon 

and Cardinal. Other colors to order. Prices on 

application. All made with io-inch collars; sizes 

28 to 44 inches. 

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Spalding 
Vest Sweater 

Very popular with base 
ball players. 

Made of best quality wor- 
sted, medium weight. 
Gilt buttons down front. 
Made up in Gray only. 

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Jersey Shirts 

To be worn with base ^Zm^« 
ball suits. 

Made with solid gray 

bodies and striped sleeves; 

any color desired. 

No. 16X. Each, $2.50 



The Pittsburg Club has adopted this style of collarless 
jersey, to be worn under the flannel shirt, the sleeves 
of which extend only to the elbow, displaying the 
striped jersey sleeves underneath and matching the 
striped stockings. 



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I Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
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were won by A. G. SPALDING & BROS, at the Louisiana 
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PATENT ANKLE SUPPORTER 

(Patented, May 12, 1897, A. G. Spalding & Bros, Sole Licensees.) 




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No. CH. 



AN ankle support of some 
kind has now come to be 
recognized as a necessity 
by most athletes. The styles 
which we manufacture under 
the Hackey Patent have given 
universal satisfaction, and are y 
absolutely reliable and prac- / 
tically perfect in construction / J 
and design. They are wornf/ 
over or under stocking and sup- / 
port the ankle admirably, while It 
not interfering in any way with (p 
free movements. Relieve pain 
immediately and cure a sprain 
in a remarkably short time. In 
ordering, give size of shoe worn. 

No. H. Made of soft tanned 

leather, best quality. 

Per pair, $ 1 .00 

No. SH. Good quality sheep- 
skin, lined, bound and rein- 
forced. 
Per pair, 50c. 

No. CH. Black duck, lined and 

bound, leather reinforced. 

Per pair, 25c. 



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and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus '-. 
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THE SPALDING OFFICIAL LEAGUE BALL 



Used exclusively by the National League, Minor Leagues, and by 
all Intercollegiate and other Associations for over a quarter of a 
century. Each ball wrapped in tinfoil and put in a separate box, 
and sealed in accordance with the regulations of the National 
League and American Association. Warranted to last a full game 
when used under ordinary conditions. 

Each, $1.25 



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The Spalding 
'Varsity League 

No. X. Each, $1.00 



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Regulation size and weight, fine 
selected horsehide cover, rubber 
center, all wool yarn and far su- 
perior in material and workman- 
ship to any of the various imita- 
tions of our Official League Ball. 
Warranted to last a full game without losing its elasticity or shape. 

Spalding Interscholastic League 

No. XB. Same quality as the 'Varsity League, but smaller 
Warranted to last a full game. - - Each, 50c, 



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and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, ( ^- 
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Spalding Official ^ a( ie with horsehide cover, 

Bovs' Leadue rubber center and wound 

J Aiwagut vvith wool yarn. Same as 
No. IB. Each, 75c. our Official League Ball in 

every respect except slightly smaller in size. It is 
especially designed for junior clubs (composed of boys 
under sixteen years of age), and all games in which 
this ball is used will be recognized as legal games, 
the same as if prayed with the Official League Ball. 
Warranted to last a full game. 

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High Flyer 



No. 10. A very lively ball; the inside is all rubber, making it the 
liveliest ball ever offered at the price. Put up in a separate box 
and sealed Each, 25c. 

Boys' Favorite 

No. 7. Horsehide cover and well constructed. An excellent large 
size ball for boys. Put up in a separate box and sealed. Each,25c. 

Boys' Amateur 

No. 14. This ball is a little under regulation size, has a sheepskii. 
cover, and is very lively. Put up in a separate box and 
sealed Each, 15c. 



Boys' Lively 



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No. 9B. A good Boys' Lively ball* juvenile size, two-piece cover. 

Each ball trade-marked Each, 10c. 

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Spalding 

Sim 
Protecting 

Mask 



This mask is used by practically all catchers 
on league, college and semi-professional 
teams. The patent sun shade protects the 
eyes without obstructing the view. Mask is 
made throughout of finest steel wire, extra 
heavy black enameled. Fitted with molded 
leather chin strap, hair filled pads and spe- 
ial elastic head band. 

No. 4-0. Each, $4.00 

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Neck Protecting 
Mask 

Careful players realize 
the value of the neck pro- 
tecting attachment with 
which this mask is fitted. 
The arrangement is made 
so as not to interfere in 
the slightest with free 
movements and it affords 
absolute protection to the 
neck. Finest steel wire, 
extra heavy and black- 
enameled to prevent re- 
flection of light. 
No. 3-O c Each, $3.00 

Regulation 
League Mask 

Made of heavy, soft an- 
nealed steel wire. Well 
finished and reliable in 
every particular. 

BLACK ENAMELED 

No. OX. Each, $2.00 

BRIGHT WIRE 

No. 0. Each, $1.50 



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Special League 

Mask 

Black Enameled 

For the ordinary player there 
is no mask more suitable than 
our League style, which is 
made on our special form as 
approved by the best players 
in this country. Extra heavy 
and best annealed steel wire 
black enameled. Fittings of 
best quality throughout 



Spalding 
Amateur Mask 

Bright Wire 

Same size and general style of 
the League mask. Substan- 
tially made and warranted 
perfectly safe. 
No. A. Each, $1.00 

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were won by A. G. SPALDING & BROS, at the Louisiana 

) Purchase Exposition, 1904, for the best, most complete , 

and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, 

Base Ball and Athletic Supplies shown at the World's Fair. 




Spalding 
Regulation Mask 

Bright Wire 
Made in same style as our Am- 
ateur mask, but without head 
or chin piece. Warranted. 
No. L. Each, 75c. 



No. L 

Spalding 
Boys' Amateur Mask 




Bright wire No. B 

Exactly same quality as our No. A mask, only smaller in size. 

An absolutely safe mask 

for boys. 

No. B. Each, $1.00 

Spalding 
Youths' Mask 

Bright Wire 

Well padded. No head or 

chin piece. 




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No. D 



No. C. 
No.D. 



Each, 50c. 
Each,'25c. 



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Spalding Inflated Body Protectors 




We were the first to 
introduce an inflated 
body protector, made 
under the Gray pat- 
ent, and the method 
of inflation used then 
has been retained in 
the improved style, 
with the addition of a 
special break at the 
bottom, which makes 
it more pliable and 
convenient. Made of 
best rubber, inflated 
with air. When not 
in use the air may be 
let out and the pro- 
tector rolled into a 
very small package. 



No. 2-0. Special quality, covering of extra fine 

selected material, .... Each, $7.50 
No. 0. League Catchers' Protector. . " 5.00 
No. 1. Amateur Catchers' Protector. " 3.50 

No. 2. Boys' Catchers' Protector. . " 2.00 



Amateur Catchers' Protector. 
Boys' Catchers' Protector. . ' 

Umpires' Body Protectors 

Made to order only. Patterns showing exact size 
and shape required must be sent with order. $10.00 

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Boston Minneapolis Baltimore Kansas City New Orleans 

Buffalo Philadelphia Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Cincinnati 
Montreal, Can. London, England 



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were won by A. G. SPALDING & BROS, at the Louisiana 

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* 4 Professional ' * Catchers* Mitt, 




The facing of this mitt is white buck specially selected and 
absolutely the best quality procurable. Made without heel 
pad; padding in accordance with the ideas of the best profes- 
sional catchers in this country. Sides and back are of the 
finest quality calfskin, padded with the best hair felt, raw- 
hide lacing at the back, strap-and-buckle fastening, reinforced 
and laced at the thumb. This mitt is slightly smaller than 
our Perfection No. 7-0, and in weight is somewhat lighter. 

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SPALDING " PERFECTION - CATCHERS' MITT 




No. 7-0 



THIS mitt we consider about as near perfection 
as it is possible to come in making an article 
of this kind. The leather is of finest quality 
calfskin, padding of best hair felt obtainable and 
every other detail of manufacture has been carefully 
considered, including patent lace back with raw- 
hide lacing. Thumb reinforced and laced, double 
row of stitching on heel pad, strap-and-buckle 
fastening at back. 
No. 7-0. Each, $6.00 



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-Patent Lace Back 

AVERY service; 
able youths' 
mitt. Face and finger 
piece made of velvet 
tanned brown leather, 
sides and back of firm 
tanned leather; rein- 
forced and laced at 
thumb and double row 
of stitching on heel 
pad; strap-and-buckle 
fastening at back. 

No. CC 

Each, 50c. 



Spalding Youths' Mitt — Patent Lace Back 



A GREAT favorite; 
made of extra 
quality firm tanned 
oak leather; well pad- 
ded and substantially 
made; double row of 
stitching on heel pad; 
reinforced and laced 
thumb, strap-and- 
buckle fastening at 
back. 

No. BB. 

Each, 50c. 




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- and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, v. 

Base Ball and Athletic Supplie s shown at the World's Fair 




Spalding 
Youths' Mitt 

Patent Lace Back 
Superior quality 
youths' mitt.. Made 
with extra quality 
white buck, face and 
finger-piece extremely 
tough and durable; 
well padded; reinforced 
and laced at thumb and 
double row of stitching 
on heel pad; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at 
back. 

No. AB. Each, $1.00 

Spalding 
Practice Mitt 

Patent Lace Back 
Men's size. Face and 
back of asbestos buck, 
sides of fi r m tanned 
leather. Reinforced 
and laced at thumb, 
double row of stitching 
on heel pad; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at 
back. 

NO. B. ' Each, $1.00 



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SDdldinS Made of special tanned leaher, 

"I P/i<ru»" Mitt very soft and pliable ' heavily 

League mill pad( }ed. An old favorite. 
No. 5-0. Each, $4.00 



Spalding 
No. OA Mitt 



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Extra large and heavily pad- 
ded. Velvet tanned leather 
face and special tanned leather 
finger-piece and back. Extremely well made. 

No. OA. Each, $2.00 

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Purchase Exposition, 1904, for the best, most complete , 
and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, - 
Base Ball and Athletic Supplies shown at the World's Fair. 




Spalding 

Amateur 

Mitt 

Made of extra qual- 
ity asbestos buck, 
perspiration proof, 
extremely tough 
and durable. A 
very popular mitt. 

No. A. 
Each, $1.50 

Spalding 
No. C Mitt, 

Face and finger- 
piece of special 
velvet tanned 
brown leather ; 
sides and back of 
firm tannedleather. 
Superior quality 
throughout. 

No. C. 
Each, $1.00 



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apparatus must conform to the official rules ^^ W M jMj 
as laid down by the governing bodies of the ^"^ * * 
various sports, the object being to enable all contestants to cor 
pete under uniform conditionsand with the same kind of an impl 
ment, for a record in any sport will not be allowed unless t 
official implement is used. That is why Spalding implemei 
are always selected, because they never vary in weight 
measurement, but invariably conform to the rules. . . . 




THE above illustration shows the Stadium at St. Louis, in wh 
the Olympic Games of 1904 were held. The field, which v 
designed and equipped by A. G. Spalding & Bros., was decla: 
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Exposition, recognizing the importance 
of the OLYMPIC GAMES and the value of 
establishing authentic Olympic records, selected Spalding Athletic 
Implements for exclusive official use in connection with the 
Olympic Games (held in the Stadium of the Exposition, from 
May to November) because of their acknowledged superiority, 
reliability and official standing. For over a quarter of a century 
A. G. Spalding & Bros." implements have been officially used. 




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fTHE building in the background is the Model Gymnasium, which 
•*• was entirely equipped by A. G. Spalding & Bros, with an 
exhibit that was pronounced a model one by American and 
European experts and the International Jury of the Exposition. 





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Spalding 
No. 4 Mitt 

Men's size, improved 
style. Face and back of 
asbestos buck ; extra 
heavily padded; rein- 
forced and laced at thumb 
joint and double row of 
stitching on heel pad. 

No. 4. Each, 50c. 



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Mitt 



PATENT LACE BACK 

Most popular mitt made; 
face and back of asbestos 
buck; well padded; laced 
thumb; double row of 
stitching on heel pad. 

No. CB. Each, 25c. 



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5 MITT 

Improved style; 
face and back 
made of asbestos 
buck; lace thumb; 
well padded and 
double row of 
stitching on heel 
pad. 



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Face of asbestos buck; canvas back; good 
size and well padded. 

No. 7. Each, IOc. 



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"DECKER PATENT" 



J^jADE same as our No. O Mitt, with the addition 

of a heavy piece of sole leather on back for extra 

protection to the hand and fingers. 

No. OX. Each, $3.00 
SPALDING No. O MITT 

pace, sides and finger-piece made of velvet tanned 
leather and the back of selected asbestos buck, 
well padded. Well known for reliability. 






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"LJIGHEST quality material and workmanship and 
adapts itself to the conformation of the hand 
without any necessity for breaking in. The only 
really correct first basemen's mitt. Made of fine 
selected and specially tanned calfskin, extremely 
well made throughout, leather lined and padded to 
meet the special requirements of a baseman's mitt; 
rawhide lacing all round; strap-and-buckle fastening 
at back. 

No. BX. Each, $4.00 

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Professional 
First 

Basemen's 
Mitt 

Composed of same quality 
materials and workman- 
ship as in our No. BX First 
Basemen's Mitt. It has no 
heel pad and is made up 
especially for professional 
use; strap-and-buckle fas- 
tening at back. 

Each, $4.00 

No. CX First 

Basemen's 

Mitt 

Fine quality and finish; 
made on same lines as our 
No. BX Mitt; face of spe- 
cially tanned drab leather; 
back of firm tanned brown 
leather; extra well padded 
at wrist and thumb; laced 
all around; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at back. 

Each, $2.00 



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NO. DX 

First Basemen's 

Mitt 

Men's size; a good 
article at a moderate 
price; made of oak 
tan specially selected 
leather, laced all 
around; a very easy- 
fitting mitt; strap- 
and -buckle fastening 
at back. 
Each, $1.50 

NO. EX j 
First Basemen's 
Mitt 

An excellent mitt for 
boys; made of good 
quality white leather, 
laced all around; 
suitably padded and 
will give very good 
service ; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at 
back. 
Each, $I.OO 

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•were won by A. G. SPALDING & BROS, at the Louisiana 

. Purchase Exposition, 1904, for the best, most complete , 

and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatus, 

Base Ball and Athletic Supplies shown at the World's Fair. 




Spalding 
No. 2XS infieldcrs 9 

Glove 

A special glove with fea- 
tures that will appeal to 
the professional player. 
Made extra long, of se- 
lected velvet tanned buck- 
skin, lined and lightly 
padded. Has no heel 
pad. Made in rights and 
lefts. 

No.2XS. Each, $2.50 



Spalding 

No. XS Infielders' 

Glove 

Mans' size glove. Made 
of good quality oil tanned 
leather, well finished and 
exceedingly durable; 
double row of stitching 
on heel pad, and nicely 
padded. Made in rights 
and lefts. 

No.XS. Each, $1.50 



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OUR No. PX Infielders' Glove is made up on 
lines suggested by prominent professional 
players. Quality and workmanship cannot be sur- 
passed. The quality of buckskin used in making up 
this glove is the finest we have been able to obtain, 
and all other items of manufacture have been care- 
fully looked into. It is heavily padded around edges 
with fine quality felt, and padding extends well up 
into the little finger. Has no heel pad, but is made 
extra long to protect wrist. 

No. PX. Each, $3.00 

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Spalding 
Men's Size 
infielders' Glove 

A well made glove, 
improved style. Made 
of extra fine quality 
brown leather, well 
padded; double row of / 
stitching on heel pad. / j 
Made in rights and 

lefts. 
No. 15. Each, $1.00 

Spalding 
Men's Size 
infielders' Glove 

Made in style similar 
to our No. PX profes- 
sional glove, but of 
material same as in 
our No. 15. Has no 
heel pad and is extra 
long. Made in rights 
and lefts. 

No. 15L. Each, $1.00 

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Infielders' Gloves 



This glove is well made of soft 
tanned white leather, nicely pad- 
ded; leather bound, and a first-class 
article in every way. 

No. 14. Each, 50c. 




A youths' glove; all leather, 
good quality, well made and 
padded; double row of stitch- 
ing on heel pad. 

No. 1 7. Each, 25c. 




Youths' size. Made of asbestos 
buck and well padded ; double 
row of stitching on heel pad 
Best quarter glove on the 
market. 

No. 18. Each, 25c. 



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No.XLInfielders' 

Glove 

Made in style similar to 
our No. PX professional 
glove, but of white tanned 
horsehide. Has no heel 
pad and is made extra 
ong 

No. XL. 



Spalding 

No. X Infielders' 

Glove 

A good all-around glove, 
improved style. Made of 
good quality white tanned 
horsehide, well padded 
and leather lined; double 
row of stitching on heel 
pad. Will give excellent 
service. 

No. X. Each, $1.50 



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Our best youths' glove, made 
throughout of selected vel- 
vet tanned buckskin. Qual- 
ity of material, workmanship 
and style same as our No. 
2X men's glove; an article 
of particular merit. Made 
in rights and lefts. 

NO. 2XB. Each, $2.00 



A good youths' size 
glove. Made of fine qual- 
ity white tanned horse- 
hide. Similar in material, 
workmanship and style 
to our No. X men's 
glove. Made in rights 
and lefts. 

NO. XB. Each, $1.00 



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Men's Size 
infielders' Gloves 

Made of good quality 
soft suede tanned white 
leather, leather lined, 
nicely padded ; double 
row of stitching on heel 
pad. 

No. 12. Each, 75c. 



Spalding 
Men's Size 
Infielders* Gloves 

A good glove, full size, 
improved style. Good 
quality soft tanned white 
leather, nicely padded; 
double row of stitching 
on heel pad. 

No. 1 6. Each, 50c. 

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Regulation 

Infielders' Glove 



This glove has retained its pop- 
ularity year after year, and 
to-day is acknowledged to be 
the most practical in style and 
get-up of any on the market. 
Made of selected velvet tanned 
buckskin, lined and correctly 
padded with finest felt. High- 
est quality workmanship 
throughout ; double row of 
stitching on heel pad. No bet- 
ter made at any price. 

No. 2X. Each, $2.50 




Spalding 

No.AXInfielders' 

Glove 

A very popular style. Made 
throughout of specially tanned 
calfskin. Padded with be3t 
quality felt ; double row of 
stitching on heel pad. Highest 
quality workmanship through- 
out. 

No. AX. Each, $2.50 



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Spalding No. 5X Fielders' Mitt 

An exceedingly good mitt at a popular price; the face made of 
white tanned buckskin, brown leather back; laced thumb; con- 
structed throughout in a most substantial manner; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at back. .... Each, $1.00 

Spalding No. 6X Boys' Fielders' Mitt 

A substantial mitt for boys; made thooughout of a good quality 
brown cape leather, well padded and laced thumb, and without 
doubt the best mitt of the kind ever sold at the price. Each, 50c. 



Spalding No. 7X 
Boys' Fielders' Mitt 

Made of asbestos buck, well 

padded and substantially made; 

laced thumb. 

No. 7X. Each, 25c. 

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Made of the very best 
and softest white tanned 
buckskin; the thumb and 
at wrist is extra well pad- 
ded; laced thumb, leather 
lined. Our highest qual- 
ity Fielders' Mitt, the 
finest procurable and of 
the best workmanship; 
none better made for 
the purpose; strap-and- 
buckle fastening at back. No. 3x. Each, $2.50 

Spalding No. 4X Fielders' Mitt 

Style much improved; 
made of specially tanned 
drab leather, well padded 
with fine felt, leather 
lined, and carefully sewed 
and finished; laced 
thumb; strap-and-buckle 
fastening at back. 
No. 4X. Each, $ 1 .50 

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Spalding Mushroom Bat 

PATENTED 

IN this bat a principle has been utilized which makes a bat 
of the same weight many times more effective than the 
ordinary style under certain conditions, and as an all- 
round bat we have received many letters from prominent 
professional players testifying to their appreciation of the 
good points of its construction. They say: "Both balance 
and model are perfect." Only the very best quality of air 
dried timber has been used and every one is carefully tested 
by an expert before leaving our factory. The knob arrange- 
ment at the end of the bat enables us to get a more even dis- 
tribution of weight over the whole length than is possible 
under the old construction, and for certain kinds of play 

the bat is practically invaluable. 
We recommend it heartily to our customers, feeling certain 
that they will find in the combination of good qualities which 
it possesses something that they have sought for in vain else- 
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No. M. The Spalding Mushroom Plain Bat, Special finish. 
No. MT. The Spalding Mushroom Taped foil, Taped Handle. 



New York, Sept. 22, 1903. 
For a long time I have been trying to 
mdabat that would balance when chok- 
ng. Not until I used the Mushroom Bat. 
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used^clusively by the New Yi 
Yours truly. 

JOHN J. McGRAW, 

Manager New Yu.k B. B. Club. 

In all my experience as a base ball player 
I have not found a more satisfactory base 
ball bat than the Spalding Mushroom Bat. 
The timber is the best 1 have seen; the 
balance and model of the bat is perfect. 

JAMES J. CALLAHAN, 

Manager-Captain Chicago American League Club. 



Chicago, Oct. 14, 1003. 
I have played professional base ball for 
the last fifteen years and have tried all 
kinds of bats, but no bat has given me 
such good service as the Spalding Mush- 
room bat, introduced by Jack Pickett. 
Quality and balance are perfect. 
Yours truly, 

WM. GLEASON, 

Captain Philadelphia National League B. B. Club. 

Chicago, Oct. 14, 1903. 
The Spalding Mushroom Bat, intro- 
duced by Jack Pickett, receives my hearty 
endorsement. My experience a* a ball 
player enables me to thoroughly appreci* 



In all our experience as base_ball playe: 
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Dr. J. P. CASEY 



good qualities. 

CHAS. A. COMISKEY, 

President Chicago American League Club, 

Chicago, Oct. 14, 1903. 
have not found a bat more satisfactory 
Bat, introduced by Jack Pickett. 

JOHN EVERS F. L. CHANCE 

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GOLD MEDAL BATS 

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mere manufactur- \i\» st ffi&tfk, J* ffr&w , , , , 

ing skill is neces- Vi'mk ^Lv*^y<r if' M tra de-mark an< * mark 

eary. The man who \i\^ < \^hi> / g^ Sfj >yffl of superiority upon 

makes a base ball bat \>y^ '^J^ Ii!i NM them we do so with per- 

should know just what UOT ^^i . . ., . ., _ 

is required, not merely V3k JV feet confidence that they 

in a general way but in \ V* ^^M w,1! susta ' n the reputation 

a special sense, and when \Na M^M f,f A - G - Spalding & Bros. 

he is shaping the timber \% /05$k K for furnishing goods of satis- 

there must be within him V\V f'pi^^fi'A ^^m 

the knowledge and skill re- Vtt f'lVflMJNllg )-} ^M factory Quality- 

quired to shape it so that the \*» \V— ."%/ E^S All Spalding Gold Medal Bata 
balance will be perfect and YBk VijsS' J^V ^ ma(Je of mQst c^ef^iy selec- 
th-- I. ulk left in the correct place. \BQl £f . . . ,.. 

This is something that cornea only WBk i^ ted best white ash, seasoned m 

through experience, and we claim TML EM open sheds for three years <n,,t kiln 

th;,t :i bat-making career extending \ii^L JOB dried). Each bat is passed under 

over twenty-nine years, with un- Vjjgjk %^W the critical eye of one of the best 
equalled facilities at our command, ltg££V £^flP . ,:,*_• t in T ,,,,, 

should be considered when players ™&> ^ krl0wn M - tm ' base bal1 V ]a * m and 

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No. CM. Spalding Gold Medal Plain Bat, golden finish. • • • Each, $1.00 
No. CMT. Spalding Cold Medal Taped Bat, white wax finish. - - " 1 .00 

No. CMB. Spalding Boys' Cold Medal Plain Bat, golden finish, boys' size. " .SO 



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Since 1877, when we introduced the Spalding line of trade-marked bats, they have been recognized 
as standard by players to whom quality is a consideration. Wherever possible, we have improved 
both style and quality from time to time, and the assortment as now made up comprises absolutely 
the most up-to-date and thoroughly trustworthy styles that can be produced. The timber used in 
their construction is seasoned from two to three years before using, thus ensuring not only a 
lighter and stronger bat, but also retaining the life quality and driving power of the natural wood. 




SPALDING MEN'S BATS 

No. 3-0. Spalding Wagon Tongue Ash Bat. League quality, special finish, spotted 

burning. . . ' . . . . . . Each, 60c. 

No. OX. Spalding "Axletree" Bat, finest straight grained ash; tape wound handle. " 25c. 
No. 2X. Spalding Black Band Bat, extra quality ash. .... " 25o. 




No. 3X. Spalding Jun 



SPALDING BOYS' BATS 

■ League Bat, extra quality ash; spotted burning. 



No. 2XB. Spalding Boys' Bat, selected quality ash, polished and varnished; 



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Spalding Bevel 
Edge Shoe Plates 

RAZOR STEEL. 




No. 3-0. Toe Plates. 
Per pair, 50c. 

Professional 

Best Quality Steel 
No. 1.- Toe Plates, 10c. 
No. 1H. Heel Plates, 10c. 



No. 4-0. Heel Plates. 
Per pair, 50c. 



League 



Hardened Steel 
No. 0. Toe Plates, 25c. 
No. 2-0. Heel Plates, 25c. 



Spalding Pitchers' Toe Plate 




No. A. Aluminum, 
No. B. Brass, . 



A thorough protection 
to the shoe and a most 
valuable assistant in 
pitching. Made for right 
or left shoe. Used by all 
professionals. 

Each, 50c 

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Spalding Club Special Shoe 

Made of carefully selected satin 
calfskin, machine sewed, very 
substantially constructed, and a 
first-class shoe in every par- 
ticular. Steel plates riveted to 
heel and sole. 
No. o. Per pair, $5.00 

Spalding Amateur Special Shoe 

Made of good quality calfskin, 
)machine sewed; a serviceable 
)and durable shoe, and one we 

can specially recommend. 

Plates riveted to heel and sole. 

No. 35- Per pair, $3.50 

Spalding Junior Shoe 

A leather shoe, complete with 

plates. Made on regular base 

ball shoe last and an excellent 

shoe for junior teams. 

No. 37. Per pair, $2.00 

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Base Ball Shoe 




No. 2-0 



No. 30-S 



Our "Highest Quality" Base Ball Shoe is hand-made throughout 
and of specially selected kangaroo leather. Extreme care is taken 
in its general coustruction, and no pains or expense spared in 
making this shoe not only of the very highest quality, but a per- 
fect shoe in every detail. The plates, made exclusively for this 
shoe, are of the finest hand-forged razor steel and firmly riveted 
to heel and sole. 
No. 2-0. "Highest Quality." Per pair, $6.00 

The Spalding Sprinting Shoe 

Same quality as our No. 2-0 shoe, but built on our famous running 

shoe last. Weigh about eighteen ounces to the pair and made 

with extra care throughout. 

No. 30-S. Sprinting Shoe. Per pair, $6.50 

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and most attractive installation of Gymnastic Apparatu 
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Club Special 
Uniform No. 3 

Made of good quality flannel, 
in a variety of very desirable 
patterns. Well finished and a 
most excellent outfit for ama- 
teur clubs. A most desirable 
young men's suit. Elegantly 
made, and of good, strong, 
handsome material. On ex- 
actly same patterns as the 
league suits. 

Club Special Uniform No. 3 

Complete $7.00 

Net price to clubs ordering 

for Entire Team. Suit, $5.50 

Colors: White, Pearl Gray, 
Yale Gray, Light Gray, Black, 
Maroon, Royal Blue, Navy 
Blue, Brown, Cardinal. 



Consisting of: Club Special 
Shirt, any style; Club Special 
Pants, any style; Club Special 
Stockings, No. 3R; Club Spe- 
cial Cap, any style; Club 
Special Web Belt. 



Amateur Special 
Uniform No. 4 

Made of good quality flannel, 
and compares favorably with 
uniforms of other makers 
quoted at a much higher price. 
An excellent wearing uniform, 
cut and finished as well as our 
higher-priced suits. Very pop- 
ular with the younger base 
ball players. 

Amateur SpeciaIUniformNo.4 
Complete $5.00 

Net price to clubs ordering 
for Entire Team. Suit, $4.00 

Colors: White, Light Gray, 
Blue Gray, Maroon, Navy 
Blue, Green. 



Consisting of: Amateur Spe- 
cial Shirt, any style; Ama- 
teur Special Pants, padded; 
Amateur Special Stockings, 
No. 4R; Amateur Special 
Cap, styles 21 and 5 only; 
Amateur Special Web Belt. 
No extra charge for lettering shirts with name of club nor for 
detachable sleeves. 



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The Spalding 
Junior Uniform No. 5 

This uniform is made ex- 
pressly for clubs com- 
posed of boys and youths, 
and will stand the hard- 
est kind of wear. Made 
and trimmed in first-class 

style. 
Spalding Junior Uniform No. 

5. Complete, $4.00 

Net price to clubs ordering 

Nine or more Uniforms, 

Per suit, $3.00 



COLORS: 

Blue Gray, 
Brown Mix. 



Maroon, 

Green, 

No extra charge for lettering 
shirts with name of club nor 

for detachable sleeves. 
Consisting of: Spalding Jun- 
ior Shirt, any style; Spalding 
Junior Pants, padded; Spald- 
ing Junior Cap, styles 21 and 
5 only; Spalding Junior Belt; 
Spalding Junior Stockings. 



The Spalding 
Youths' Uniform No. 6 

The Spalding Youths' Uniform 

No. 6. Complete, $2.00 

Net price to clubs ordering 

nine or more uniforms, 

Per suit, $1.50 

Very well made of good 

quality Gray material. 

CONSISTING OF 

The Spalding Youths' 
Shirt, button front, with 
one felt letter only; The 
Spalding Youths' Pants, 
padded; The Spalding 
Youths' Stockings; The 
Spalding Youths' Cap, 
style 21 ; The Spalding 

Youths' Belt. 

The price at which we 

are selling this uniform 

should make it extremely 

popular. 



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The Interscholastic Uniform No. 2 

Made of same grade of material as our higher priced 
uniforms, but of lighter weight. This is one of our 
most popular suits and will give the best of satisfac- 
tion. Can usually be worn two seasons. 

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$8.00 



Light Gray, 
Royal Blue, 

Cardinal. 

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Net price to clubs ordering for 
Entire Team. . . Suit, 
COLORS: 
White, Pearl Gray, Yale Gray, 
Black, Green, Maroon, 

Navy Blue, Brown, 

Consisting of: Interscholastic 
style; Interscholastic Pants, any style; inter- 
scholastic Stockings, No. 2R; Interscholastic 
Cap, any style; Interscholastic Web Belt. 

No extra charge for lettering shirts with name of club 
nor for detachable sleeves. 

We have on hand a special flannel, 
Royal Purple, dyed particularly for 
teams connected with the Order of 
Elks. While we do not recommend 
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Spalding's Athletic Library is devoted to all athletic sports and pas- 
times, indoor and outdoor, and is the recognized American cyclopedia of 
sport. Each book is complete in itself; anc. those sports which are gov- 
erned by National Associations always designate Spalding's Athletic 
Library as the official publication. This gives to each book the official 
authority to contain the rules. Each year the books are brought up to 
date, with the latest rules, new ideas, new pictures and valuable informa- 
tion, thus making the series the most valuable of its kind in the world. 
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library can be complete unless all numbers are found therein. 




No. 12 Association Foot Ball 

Contains valuable information, diagrams of play, and rules for both 
the Gaelic and Association styles of play. Price 10 cents. 

No. 13 How to Play Hand Ball 

By the world's champion, Michael Egan, 
of Jersey City. This book has been re- 
written and brought up to date in every 
particular. Every play is thoroughly ex- 
plained by text and diagram. The 
numerous illustrations consist of full 
pages made from photographs of 
Champion Egan, showing him in all his 
characteristic attitudes. Price 10 cents. 
No. 14 Curling 

History of the sport; diagram of curling rink; rules for curling; dia- 
grams of play. Price 10 cents. 

No. 23 Canoeing 

By C. Bowyer Vaux. Paddling, sailing, cruising and racing cances 
and their uses; canoeing and camping. Price 10 cents. 

No. 27-College Athletics 

M. C. Murphy, the well-known athletic 
trainer, now with Yale University, the 
author of this book, has written it especi- 
ally for the schoolboy and college man, 
but it is invaluable for the athlete who 
wishes to excel in any branch of athletic 
sport. The subjects comprise the follow- 
ing articles: Training, starting, sprint- 
ing ; how to train for the quarter, half, 

mile and longer distances; walking; high and broad jumping; hurdling; 

pole vaulting; throwing the hammer. Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 




No. 29-Exercising With 
Pulley Weights 

By Dr. Henry S. Anderson, instructor 
5n heavy gymnastics Yale gymnasium, 
Anderson Normal School, Chautauqua 
University. In conjunction with a chest 
machine anyone with this book can be- 
come perfectly developed. Contains all 
the various movements necessary to be- 
come proficient and of well-developed physique. Price 10 cents. 





No. 40-Archery 

By J. S. Mitchel. An introductory 
chapter on the use of the bow and arrow; 
archery of the present day; the bow and 
how to use it, with practical illustrations 
on the right and wrong method of aiming. 
Price 10 cents. 



No. 55 Official Sporting Rules 

Contains rules not found in other publications for the government of 
many sports; rules for wrestling, cross-country running, shuffleboard, 
skating, snowshoeing, quoits, potato racing, professional racing, rac- 
quets, pigeon flying, dog racing, pistol and revolver shooting. Price 10 
cents. 

No.87-Athletic Primer 

Edited by Jame3 E. Sullivan, Secretary- 
Treasurer of the Amateur Athletic Union; 
tells how to organize an athletic club, how 
to conduct an athletic meeting, and gives 
rules for the government of athletic meet- 
ings; contents also include directions for 
building a track and laying out athletic 
grounds, and a very instructive article on 
training ; fully illustrated with pictures of 
leading athletes in action, Price 10 cents. 




No. 102 Ground Tumbling 

By Prof. Henry Walter Worth, who was for years physical director of 
the Armour Institute of Technology. Any boy, by reading this book and 
following the instructions, which are drawn from life, can become a pro- 
ficient tumbler; all the various tricks explained. Price 10 cents. 



No. 104 The Grading of Cymnastic Exercises 

By G. M. Martin, Physical Director of the Y. M. C. A. of Youngstown, 
Ohio. It is a book that should be in the hands of every physical director 
of the Y. M. C. A., school, club, college, etc. The contents comprise: 
The place of the class in physical training; grading of exercises and sea- 
eon schedules— grading of men, grading of exercises, season schedules 
for various classes, elementary and advanced classes, leaders, optional 
exercises, examinations, college and school work; calisthenic exercises, 
uraded apparatus exercises and general massed class exercises. Nearly 
200 pages. Price 10 cents. 



No. 124 How to Become a 
Gymnast 

By Robert Stoll, of the New York A. C. 
<Jhe American champion on the flying 
rings from 1885 to 1892. Any boy who 
frequents a gymnasium can easily follow 
the illustrations and instructions in this 
book and with a little practice become 
proficient on the horizontal and parallel 
bars, the trapeze or the "horse." Price 
10 cents. 

No. 128 How to Row 

By E. J. Giannini, of the New York A. 
C, one of America's most famous ama- 
teur oarsmen and champions. This book 
will instruct any one who is a lover of 
rowing how to become an expert. It is 
fully illustrated, showing how to hold the 
oars, the finish of the stroke and other 
information that will prove valuable to 
the beginner. Contains also the official 

•aws of boat racing of the National Association of Amateur Oarsmen. 

Price 10 cents. 





No. 129-Water Polo 

By Gus Sundstrom, instructor at the 
New York A. C. It treats of every detail, 
the individual work of the players, the 
practice of the team, how to throw 
the ball, with illustrations and many valu- 
able hints. Price 10 cents. 



No. 135 -Official Handbook 
of the A. A. U. of the United 
States 

The A. A. U. is the governing body of 
athletes in the United States of America, 
and all games must be held under its rules, 
which are exclusively published in this 
handbook, and a copy should be in the 
hands of every athlete and every club 
officer in America. This book contains the official rules for running, 
jumping, weight throwing, hurdling, pole vaulting, swimming, boxing, 
wrestling, etc., and is an encyclopedia in itself. Price 10 cents. 

No. (36 Official Y. M. C. A. Handbook 

Edited by G. T. Hepbron, the well-known athletic authority. It contains 
the official rules governing all sports under the jurisdiction of the Y. M. 
C. A., a complete report of the physical directors' conference, official 
Y. M. C. A. scoring tables, pentathlon rules, many pictures of the lead- 
ing Y. M. C. A. athletes of the country, official Y. M. C. A. athletic 
rules, constitution and by-laws of the Athletic League of Y. M. C. A., all 
around indoor test, volley ball rules; illustrated. Price 10 cents. 

No. 138 Official Croquet Guide 

Contains directions for playing, diagrams of important strokes, descrip- 
tion of grounds, instructions for the beginner, terms used in the game, 
and the official playing rules. Price 10 cents. 



No. 140-Wrestling 

Catch as catch can style. By E. H. Hitchcock, M. D., of Cornell, and 
R. F. Nelligan, of Amherst College. The book contains nearly seventy 
illustrations of the different holds, photographed especially and so de- 
scribed that anybody who desires to become expert in wrestling can with 
little effort learn every one. Price 10 cents. 

No. 142-Physical Training Simplified 

By Prof. E. B. Warman, the well-known physical culture expert. Is a 
complete, thorough and practical book where the whole man is consid- 
ered—brain and body. By following the instructions no apparatus is 
required. The book is adapted for both sexes. The exercises comprise 
directions as follows: how to stand; how to sit; how to rest; breathing; 
exercises for the fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, hips, knees, 
ankles; a word about the muscles; the arms and thighs; shoulders and 
chest; waist; sides; back and abdomen; bowing; bending; twisting; the 
liver squeezer, etc., etc, Fully illustrated. Price 10 cents. 

No. 143 -Indian Clubs and 
Dumb-Bells 

Two of the most popular forms of home 
or gymnasium exercise. This book is 
written by America's amateur champion 
club swinger, J. H. Dougherty. It is 
clearly illustrated, by which any novice 
can become an expert. Price 10 cents. 

No. 149-The Care of the Body 

A book that all who value health should read and follow its instruc- 
tions. By Prof. E. B. Warman, the well known lecturer and authority on 
physical culture. The subject is thoroughly treated, as a glance at the 
following small portion of the contents shows: An all-around athlete; 
muscular Christianity; eating; diet— various opinions; bill of fare for 
brain workers; bill of fare for muscle-makers; what to eat and drink; a 
simple diet; an opinion on brain food; why is food required? drinking wa- 
ter; nutrition— how food nourishes the body; a day's food, how used; 
constituents of a day's ration— beef steak, potatoes bread, butter, water; 
germs of disease; etc. Price 10 cents. 

No. 154-Field Hockey 

To those in need of vigorous and health- 
ful out-of-doors exercise, this game is 
recommended highly. Its healthful at- 
tributes are manifold and the interest of 
player and spectator alike is kept active 
throughout the progress of the game. 
The game is prominent in the sports at 
Vassar, Smith, Wellesley, Bryn Mawr and 
other leading colleges. Price 10 cents. 





No. 156-The Athlete's Guide 

How to become an athlete. It contains 
full instructions for the beginner, telling 
how to sprint, hurdle, jump and throw 
weights, general hints on training; in fact, 
this book is one of the most complete on 
the subject that has ever appeared. 
Special chapters contain valuable advice 
to beginners and important A. A. U. rules 
and their explanations, while the pictures 
comprise many scenes showing champions in action. Price 10 cents. 




No. 157-How to Play Lawn 
Tennis 

A complete description of lawn tennis; 
a lesson for beginners and directions tel- 
ling how to make the most important 
strokes; styles and skill of the experts; the 
American twist service; how to build and 
keep a court. Illustrated from photographs 
of leading players in action. Price 10 cents. 



No. 158 Indoor and Outdoor Gymnastic Games 

Without question one of the best books of its kind ever published. 
Compiled by Prof. A. M. Chesley, the well-known Y. M. C. A. physical 
director. It is a book that will prove valuable to indoor and outdoor gym- 
nasiums, schools, outings and gatherings where there are a number to be 
amused. The games described comprise a list of 120, divided into several 
groups. Price 10 cents. 

No. 161-Ten Minutes' Exer- 
cise for Busy Men 

By Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick, super- 
intendent of physical training in the New 
York public schools. Anyone who is look- 
ing for a concise and complete course of 
physical education at home would do well 
to procure a copy of this book. Ten 
minutes' 'work as directed is exercise any- 
one can follow. It already has had a large 
sale and has been highly commended by all who have followed its in- 
structions. Nearly 100 pages of illustrations and 100 of text. Price 10 cents. 








No. 162 How to Become a 
Boxer 

For many years books have been issued 
on the art of boxing, but it has remained 
for us to arrange a book that we think is 
sure to fill all demands. It contains over 
70 pages of illustrations showing all the 
latest blows, posed especially for this book 
under the supervision of one of the best 
instructors of boxing in the United States, 
who makes a specialty of teaching and 
who knows how to impart his knowledge. They are so arranged that 
anyone can easily become a proficient boxer. The book also contains 
pictures of all the well known boxers. A partial list of the 200 pages of 
the book include: A history of boxing; how to box; the correct position; 
the hands; clenching the fist; the art of gauging distance; the first 
principles of hitting; the elements of defence; feinting; knockout blows; 
the chin punch; the blow under the ear; the famous solar plexus knock- 
out; the heart blow; famous blows and their originators: Fitzsimmons' 
contribution; the McCoy corkscrew; the kidney punch; the liver punch; 
the science of boxing; proper position of hand and arm; left hook to 
face; hook to the jaw; how to deliver the solar plexus; correct delivery 
of a right uppercut; blocking a right swing and sending a right uppercut 
to chin; blocking a left swing and sending a left uppercut to chin; the 
sidestep; hints on training, diet and breathing; how to train; rules for 
boxing. Price 10 cents. 




No. 165 The Art of Fencing 

This is a new book by Regis and Louis 
Senac, of New York, famous instructors 
and leading authorities on the subject 
Messrs. Senac give in detail how every 
move should be made, and tell it so clearly 
that anyone can follow the instructions. 
It is illustrated with sixty full page pic- 
tures, posed especially for this book. 
Price 10 cents. 




No. 166-How to Swing In- 
dian Clubs 

By Prof. E. P>. Warman, the well-known 
exponent of physical culture. The most 
complete work on this special subject ever 
issued. By following the directions care- 
fully anyone can become an expert. Price 
10 cents. 




No. 167-Quoits 

By M. W. Deshong. The need of a book 
on this interesting game has been felt by 
many who wished to know the fine points 
and tricks used by the experts. Mr. 
Deshong explains them, with illustrations, 
so that a novice can readily understand. 
Price 10 cents. 



No. 170 Push Ball 

Played with an air-inflated ball 6 feet in diameter, weighing about 
50 pounds. A side consists of eleven men. This book contains the official 
rules and a sketch of the game; illustrated. Price 10 cents. 



No. I 7 I Basket Ball for 
Women 

Edited by Miss Senda Berenson, of Smith 
College. Contains the rules for basket ball 
for women as adopted by the conference on 
physical training, held in June, 1899, at 
Springfield, Mass., and articles on the fol- 
lowing subjects: Psychological effects of 
basket ball for women, by Dr. Luther 
H. Gulick, superintendent of physical 
training in the schools of Greater New York; physiological effects of 
basketball, by Theodore Hough, Ph. D.; significance of basket ball for 
women, by Senda Berenson; relative merit of the Y. M. C A. rules and 
women's rules, by Augusta Lane Patrick; practical side of basket ball, 
by Ellen Emerson, B. K., Agnes Childs, A. B., Fanny Garrison. A. B.; 
A Plea for Basket Ball, by Julie Ellsbee Sullivan, Teachers' College, 
New York; diagram of field, showing position of team; illustrated with 
many pictures of basket ball teams. Price 10 cents. 




No. 174 Distance and Cross 
Country Running 

By George Orton, the famous University 
of Pennsylvania runner. Tells how to be- 
come proficient at the quarter, half, mile, 
the longer distances, and cross-country 
running and steeplechasing, with instruc- 
tions for training and schedules to be ob- 
served when preparing for a contest. 
Illustrated with numerous pictures of 

leading athletes in action, with comments by the editor on the good and 

bad points shown. Price 10 cents. 




No. 177-How to Swim 

By J. H. Sterrett, the leading authority 
on swimming in America. The instruc- 
tions will interest the expert as well as the 
novice; the illustrations were made from 
photographs especially posed, showing the 
swimmer in clear water; a valuable feature 
is the series of "land drill" exercises for 
the beginner, which is illustrated by many 
drawings. The contents comprise: A plea 
for education in swimming; swimming as an exercise and for develop- 
ment; land drill exercises; plain swimming; best methods of learning; 
the breast stroke; breathing; under-arm side stroke; scientific strokes— 
over-arm side stroke: double over-arm or "trudgeon" stroke; touch- 
ing_ and turning- training for racing; ornamental swimming; floating; 
diving; ninmnc header; back dive; diving feet foremost; the propeller; 
marching on tha water; swimming on the back; amateur swimming 1 
rules; amateur plunging rules.. Price 10 cents. 





No. 178-How to Train for 
Bicycling 

Gives methods of the best riders when 
training for long or short distance races; 
hints on training. Revised and up-to-date 
in every particular. Price 10 cents. 



No. 180 Ring Hockey 

A new game for the gymnasium, invented by Dr. J. M. Vorhees of 
Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, that has sprung into instant popularity ; as 
exciting as basket ball. This book contains official rules. Price 10 cents. 



No. 182 Ail-Around Athletics 

Gives in full the method of scoring the Ail-Around Championship, 
giving percentage tables showing what each man receives for each per- 
formance in each of the ten events. It contains as well instructive articles 
on how to train for the All- Around Championship. Illustrated with many 
pictures of champions in action and scenes at all-around meets. Price 
10 cents. 



No. 185 Health Hints 

A 'series of articles by Prof. E. B. Warman, the well known lecturer and 
authority on physical culture. Prof. Warman treats very interestingly 
of health influenced by insulation; health influenced by underwear; 
health influenced by color; exercise, who needs it? Price 10 cents. 



No. 187-How to Play Roller Polo 

Edited by J. C. Morse. A full description of the game ; official rules ; 
pictures of teams ; other articles of interest. Price 10 cents. 



No. 188-Lawn Hockey, Tether Tennis, Coif Cro- 
quet, Volley Ball, Hand Tennis, Garden Hockey, 
Parlor Hockey, Badminton 

Containing the rules for each game. Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 



No. 189-Rules for Games 

Compiled by Jessie H. Bancroft, director of physical training, depart- 
ment of education, New York City. These games are intended for use 
at recesses, and all but the team games have been adapted to large 
classes. Suitable for children from three to eight years, and include a 
great variety, divided under the general heads of ball games, bean bag 
games, circle games, singing and miscellaneous games. Price 10 cents. 



No. 191-How to Punch the 
Bag 

By W. H. Rothwell ("Young Corbett"). 
champion featherweight of the world. 
This book is undoubtedly the best treatise 
on bag punching that has ever been 
printed. Every variety of blow used in 
training is shown and explained. The 
pictures comprise thirty-three full page 
reproductions of Young Corbett as he appears while at work in his train- 
ing quarters. The photographs were taken by our special artist and can- 
not be seen in any other publication than Spalding's Athletic Library No. 
191. Fancy bag punching is treated by a well known theatrical bag 
puncher, who shows the latest tricks. Price 10 cents. 




No. 193-How to Play Basket 
Ball 

By G. T. Hepbron, editor of the Official 
Basket Ball Guide. Contains full instruc- 
tions for players, both for the #xpert and 
the novice, duties of officials, and specially 
posed full page pictures showing the cor- 
rect and incorrect methods of playing. 
The demand for a book of this character 
is fully satisfied in this publication, as 
many points are included which could not be incorporated in the annual 
publication of the Basket Ball Guide for want of room. Price 10 cents. 




No. 194-Racquets, Squash- 
Racquets and Court Tennis 

The need of an authoritative handbook, 
at a popular price on the'se games is filled 
by this book. How to play each game is 
thoroughly explained, and all the difficult 
strokes shown by special photographs 
taken especially for this book. Contains 
the official rules for each game, with 
photographs of well known courts. Price 10 cents. 





No. 195 Official Roque Guide 

The official publication of the National 
Roque Association of America. Edited by 
Prof. Charles Jacobus, ex-champion. Con- 
tains a description of the courts and their 
construction, diagrams of the field, illustra- 
tions, rules and valuable information con- 
cerning the game of roque. Price 10 cents. 




No. 1 99-Equestrian Polo 
Guide 

Compiled by H. L. FitzPatrick of the 
New York Sun. Illustrated with portraits 
of leading players and contains most useful 
information for polo players in relation to 
playing the game, choosing of equipment 
and mounts; contains the official rules and 
handicaps of the National Association. 
Price 10 cents. 



No. 200 Dumta-Bells 

This is undoubtedly the best work on 
dumb-bells that has ever been offered. 
The author, Mr. G. Bojus, of New York 
City, was formerly superintendent of phy- 
sical culture in the Elizabeth (N.J.) public 
schools, instructor at Columbia University, 
instructor for four years at the Columbia 
summer school, and is now proprietor of the 
Liberty Street Gymnasium, at 121 Liberty 
Street, New York City. The book contains 200 photographs of all the 
various exercises, with the instructions in large, readable type. It should 
be in the hands of every teacher and pupil of physical culture, and is in- 
valuable for home exercise as well. Price 10 cents. 




No. 201-Lacrosse-From Candidate to Team 

By William C. Schmeisser, captain Johns Hopkins University champion 
intercollegiate lacrosse team of 1902 ; edited by Ronald T. Abercrombie, 
ex-captain and coach of Johns Hopkins University lacrosse team, 1900-1904. 
Every position is thoroughly explained in a most simple and concise man- 
ner, rendering it the best manual of the game ever published. Illustrated 
with numerous snapshots of important plays. Price 10 cents. 




No. 202-How to Play Base 
Ball 

Edited by T. H. Murnane. New and re- 
vised edition. Contents: How to become a 
batter, by Napoleon Lajoie, James Collins, 
Hugh Jennings and Jesse Tannehill; how 
to run the bases, by Jack Doyle and Frank 
L. Chance; advice to base runners, by 
James E. Sullivan, Secretary-Treasurer 
A.A.U.; how to become a good pitcher, 
by Cy Young, "Rube" Waddell and Bert Cunningham; on curve pitchine-, 
by Cy Young, James J. Callahan, Frank Donahue, Vic Willis, William 
Dineen and Charley Nichols: how to become a good catcher, by Eddie 
Phelps, William Sullivan and M. J. Kittridge; how to play first base, by 
Hugh Jennings; how to play second base, by Napoleon Lajoie and William 
Gleason; how to play third base, by James Collins and Lave Cross; how 
to play shortstop, by Herman Long; how to play the infield, by Charles 
A. Comiskey; how to play the outfield, by Fred Clarke; the earmarks 
of a ball player, by John J. McGraw; good advice for players; how to 
organize a team; how to manage a team; how to score a game; how to 
umpire a game; base ball rules interpreted for boys. Price 10 cents. 



No. 204 Official Intercollegiate A. A. A. Handbook 

Contains constitution, by-laws, laws of 
athletics, and rules to govern the award- 
ing of the championship cup of the In- 
tercollegiate Athletic Association of 
Amateur Athletes of America, the govern- 
ing body in college athletics. Contains 
official intercollegiate records from 1876 
to 1904, with the winner's name and time 
in each event, list of points won by each 
college, and list of officers of the associa- 
tion from 1889 to 1904, inclusive. To any- 
one interested the book is invaluable as a record. Price 10 cents. 




No. 205-Official Handbook of the Public Schools 
Athletic League 

This is the official handbook of the Public Schools Athletic League, 
which embraces all the public schools of Greater New York. It contains 
the official rules that govern all the contests of the league, and consti- 
tution, by-laws and officers. Edited by Dr. Luther Halsey Gulick, super- 
intendent of physical education in the New York public schools, and 
Wm. C. J. Kelly, secretary of the league. Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 




No. 206-How to Play Coif 

No golfer should miss having a copy of 
this golf guide. Harry Vardon tells how 
to play game, with life-like illustrations 
showing the different strokes. The book 
also contains the revised official rules, offi- 
cial records, as well as pictures of many 
important players, and a directory giving 
name, address, membership and length of 
golf course of clubs in the United States. 
Price 10 cents. 




No. 207-Bowling on the 
Creen; or, Lawn Bowls 

How to construct a green ; necessary equip- 
ment; how to play the game, and the offi- 
cial rules as promulgated by the Scottish 
Bowling Association. Edited by Mr. James 
W. Greig. Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 



No. 208 Physical Education and Hygiene 

This is the fifth of the Physical Training series, by Prof. E. B. Warman 
(see Nos. 142, 149, 166 and 185), and a glance at the contents will show the 
variety of subjects : Chapter I— Basic principles ; longevity. Chapter II 
— Hints on eating ; food values ; the uses of salt. Chapter III— Medicinal 
value of certain foods. Chapter IV— The efficacy of sugar; sugar, food 
for muscular work ; eating for strength and endurance ; fish as brain 
food ; food for the children. Chapter V— Digestibility ; bread ; appen- 
dicitis due to flour. Chapter VI— Hints on drinking— Water, milk, butter- 
milk, tea, coffee ; how to remain young. Chapter VII— Hints on bathing ; 
cold, hot, warm, tepid, salt, sun, air, Russian, Turkish, cabinet. Chapter 
VIII— Hints on breathing; breathlessness, heart strain, second wind, 
yawning, the art of yogi. Price 10 cents. 

No. 209-How to Become a Skater 

Contains advice for beginners; how to become a figure skater thor- 
oughly explained, with many diagrams showing how to do all the 
different tricks of the best figure skaters, including the Mohawk, with 
all its variations; Q's, forward and backward, inside and outside; the 
crosscuts, including the difficult Swedish style; inside and outside 
spins; the grapevine, with its numerous branches, and many other styles, 
which will be comparatively simple to any one who follows the directions 
given. Profusely illustrated with pictures of prominent skaters and 
numerous diagrams. Price 10 cents. 

No. 210 How to Play Foot Ball 

Edited by Walter Camp. The contents embrace everything that a 
beginner wants to know and many points that an expert will be glad 
to learn. The pictures are made from snapshots of leading teams and in- 
dividual players in action, with comments by Walter Camp. Price 10 cents. 

No. 211 -Spalding's Official 
Foot Ball Guide 

Edited by Walter Camp. Contains the 
new rules, with diagram of field as newly 
arranged; special chapters on the game, 
foot ball for the spectator, All- America 
teams, as selected by leading authorities ; 
Middle West, Southern, Canadian foot 
ball, records, and pictures of all the prom- 
inent teams, embracing nearly 3,000 
players. Price 10 cents. 

No. 212 Official Basket Ball 
Guide 

Edited by George T. Hepbron. Contains 
the revised official rules, decisions on dis- 
puted points, records of prominent teams, 
reports on the game from various parts 
of the country, and pictures of hundreds 
of players. The standard basket ball an- 
nual of the country. Price 10 cents. 





No. 213-285 Health Answers 

Coptents: Necessity for exercise in the summer; three rules for bicy- 
cling; when going up-hill; sitting out on summer nights ventilating a 
bedroom; ventilating a house; how to obtain pure air; bathing salt 
water baths at home; a substitute for ice water; drinking ice water; to 
cure insomnia; asleep in two minutes; for those who ride wheels; summer 
outdoor exercise; profuse perspiration; danger of checking perspiration; 
dress, hot weather, etc., etc. Price 10 cents. 

No. 21 4 Graded Calisthenics and Dumb-Bell 
Drills 

By Albert B. Wegener, Physical Director Y. M. C. A., Rochester, N. Y. 
Ever since graded apparatus work has been used in gymnastics, the ne- 
cessity of having a mass drill that would harmonize with it has been felt. 
For years it has been the established custom in most gymnasiums of 
memorizing a set drill, never varied from one year's end to the other. 
Consequently the beginner was given the same kind and amount as the 
older member. With a view to giving uniformity the present treatise is 
attempted. Price 10 cents 

No. 215 Indoor Base Ball 

America's national game is now vieing with other indoor games as a 
winter pastime. This book contains the playing rules, pictures of leading 
teams, and interesting articles on the game. Price 10 cents. 

No. 216 How to Become a Bowler 

By S. Karpf, Secretary of the American Bowling Congress, and one 
of the best posted men on bowling in America. Contents: History of the 
sport: diagrams of effective deliveries; how to bowl; a few hints to be- 
ginners; American Bowling Congress; the national championships; how 
to build an alley; how to score; spares— how they are made. Rules for 
cocked hat, cocked hat and feather, quintet, battle game, nine up and 
nine down, head pin and four back, ten pins— head pin out, five back, the 
Newport game, ten pin head pin game, duckpin game, head pin game, 
Dayton candle (rubber neck) pin game, New England candle pin game. 
Illustrated with portraits of all the prominent bowlers. Price 10 cents. 

No. 217-Oflflcial Athletic Al- 
manac 

Compiled by J. E. Sullivan, Chief Depart- 
ment Physical Culture, Louisiana Purchase 
Exposition, and Director Olympic Games, 
1904. The only annual publication now 
issued that contains a complete list of 
amateur best-on-records; complete inter- 
collegiate records; complete English re- 
cords from 1866; swimming records; inter- 
I.J.-,.. ~»~,wu« Trish Scotch and Australasian records; reports of 
fflSKthteSStirtJrS-.tiS --rds; important athletic events and 
numerous photos of individual athletes and leading athletic teams. This 
year's issue is a special Olympic Games number and contains the only full 
account of the Olympic Games of 1904. and a review of Anthropological 
Days at the World's Fair stadium, being the first time on record where 
athletic events were contested in which savages were the exclusive par- 
ticipants, thus forming the first authoritative basis for a comparison 
between the abilities of the civilized athlete and the savage. Price 10 cents. 




No. 218 Ice Hockey and Ice Polo 

Written by the most famous player in Canada, A. Farrell, of the 
Shamrock hockey team of Montreal. It contains a complete description 
of the game, its origin, points of a good player, and an instructive ar- 
ticle on how game is played, with diagrams and official rules. Illus- 
trated with pictures of leading teams. Price 10 cents. 



No. 219 Base Ball Percen- 
tage Book 

To supply a demand for a book which 
would show the percentage of clubs with- 
out recourse to the arduous work of figur- 
ing, the publishers of Spalding's Athletic 
Library have had Mr. John B. Foster, 
Sporting Editor of the New York Evening 
Telegram, compile a book which answers 
every requirement, and which has met 

with the greatest praise for its accuracy and simplicity. No follower of 

the game can afford to be without it. Price 10 cents. 





No. 220 Official Base Ball 
Cuide 

Edited by Henry Chad wick, the "Father 
of Base Ball," the official publication of 
base ball. It contains a complete record 
of all leagues in America, pictures of 
teams, official rules and reviews of the 
game. The standard base ball annual of 
the country. Price 10 cents. 




No. 221 Spalding's Lawn 
Tennis Annual 

Contains official statistics, photographs 
of leading players, special articles on the 
game, review of important tournaments, 
official rules, handicapping rules and tab- 
les; list of fixtures for the current year and 
other valuable information. Price 10 cents. 




No. 222 Spalding's Official 
Cricket Cuide 

Edited by Jerome Flannery. The most 
complete year book of the game that has 
ever been published in America. It con- 
tains all the records of the previous year, 
reports of special matches, official rules 
and pictures of all the leading teams and 
individual players. Price 10 cents. 



An Encyclopedia of Base Ball 

Attention is called to the following 1 ten numbers of Spalding's Athletic 
Library, embracing the greatest collection of books of instruction for 
playing the various positions in the game that has ever been published. 
These books are entirely new and up-to-date, and contain the latest 
methods of play, as only last season's star players were consulted in their 
compilation. Each number is complete in itself and is profusely illus- 
trated. Be sure and ask for Spalding's Athletic Library. Price 10 cents 
for each book. For detailed description see following numbers; 



No. 223 How to Bat 

The most important part of ball playing 
nowadays, outside of pitching, is batting. 
The team that can bat and has some good 
pitchers can win base ball games ; there- 
fore, every boy and young man who has, of 
course, already learned to catch, should 
turn his attention to this department of the 
game, and there is no better way of becom- 
ing proficient than by reading this book and 
then constantly practising the little tricks explained therein. It is full of 
good advice to batsmen, and many good batters will be surprised to find 
contained in it so many points of which they were unaware. Edited by 
Jesse F. Matteson of the Chicago American, and profusely illustrated. 
Price 10 cents. 





No. 224 How to 
Outfield. 



Play the 



Compiled especially for the young player 
who would become an expert. The best 
book on playing the outfield that has ever 
been published. There are just as many 
tricks to be learned, before a player can 
be a competent fielder, as there are in any 
other position on a nine, and this book ex- 
plains them all. Illustrated with numerous 
page pictures of leading outfielders. Price 10 cents. 



No. 225-How to Play First Base 

No other position on a ball team has 
shown such a change for the better in 
recent years as first base. Modifications in 
line with the betterment of the sport in 
every department have been made at inter- 
vals, but in no other department have they 
been so radical. No boy who plays the 
initial sack can afford to overlook the points 
and hints contained in this book. Entirely 
new and up to date. Illustrated with full 
page pictures of all the prominent first basemen. Price 10 cents. 




No. 226-How to Play Second Base 

There are so few men who can cover 
second base to perfection that their names 
can easily be called off by anyone who fol- 
lows the game of base ball. Team owners 
who possess such players would not part 
with them for thousands of dollars. These 
men have been interviewed and their ideas 
incorporated in this book for the especial 
benefit of boys who want to know the fine 
points of play at this point of the diamond. 
Illustrated with full page pictures. Edited 
by J. E. Wray, sporting editor Globe-Democrat, St. Louis. Price 10 cents. 




No. 227-How to Play Third Base 

Third base is, in some respects, the most 
important of the infield. No major league 
team has ever won a pennant without a 
great third baseman. Collins of the Boston 
Americans and Leach of Pittsburg are two 
of the greatest third basemen the game 
has ever seen, and their teams owe much 
of the credit for pennants they have won 
to them. These men in this book describe 
just how they play the position. Every- 
thing a player should know is clearly set 

forth and any boy will surely increase his chances of success by a careful 

reading of this book. Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 




No. 228-How to Play Short- 
stop 

Shortstop is one of the hardest positions 
on the infield to fill, and quick thought and 
quick action are necessary for a player 
who expects to make good as a shortstop. 
The views of every well known player who 
covers this position have been sought in 
compiling this book, and it is offered as be- 
ing the most complete book of its class ever 

produced. The boy who would excel at short needs to study it thoroughly. 

Illustrated. Price 10 cents. 




No. 229 How to Catch 

Undoubtedly the best book on catching 
that has yet been published. Every boy 
who has hopes of being a clever catcher 
should read how well known players cover 
their position. Among the more noted 
ones who describe their methods of play in 
this book are Lou Criger of the Boston 
Americans, Johnnie Kling of the Chicago 
Nationals and Jack O'Connor of the St. 

Louis Browns. The numerous pictures in the book comprise those of all 

the noted catchers in the big leagues. Price 10 cents. 





No. 230-How to Pitch 

A new, up-to-date book. Published for 
the first time this year. No boy can afford 
to be without a copy of it. Edited by John 
B. Foster of the Evening Telegram (New 
York). The object of this book is to aid 
the beginners who aspire to become clever 
twirlers, and its contents are the practical 
teaching of men who have reached the top 
as pitchers, and who have had experience, 
both as members of the best clubs playing 
base ball and as contenders against teams 
that have enjoyed national reputations. Cy Young, the famous Boston 
American pitcher, whose steadiness in the box is proverbial, gives advice 
on control of the ball and tells what a boy should do to obtain it; Sam 
Leever of the Pittsburgs shows how to pitch the outcurve; William Di- 
neen of the Boston Americans tells how to pitch an inshoot; Thomas 
Hughes gives hints on pitching the drop; Joe McGinnity, the "iron man," 
of the New York Nationals, explains how he uses his successful raise 
ball and his famous "cross fire"; Christy Mathewson, the pride of the 
New York Polo Grounds, discusses the body swing; Frank Hann, who is 
left-handed, has something of interest to those who use that member; 
John J. McGraw, New York Giants' brilliant manager, discourses on the 
pitcher as a fielder, and as he started in his base ball career as a twirler, 
his advice has grounds for attention; Al Orth, the "curveless wonder," 
tells how to make a batter do what you want him to do; John Powell ex- 
plains how to act when runners are on bases; Charley Nichols, the former 
pitcher of the Boston Nationals and now manager of the St. Louis Na- 
tionals, describes the jump ball; Frank Sparks treats of change of pace, 
and Jack Chesbro, the star of the New York Americans' pitching corps, 
describes at length the "spit" ball, of which he is so famous an exponent. 
The book is profusely illustrated. Price 10 cents. 

No. 231-How to Coach; How to Captain a Team; 
How to Manage a Team; How to Umpire: How 
to Organize a League. 

A useful guide to all who are interested 
in the above subjects. Jimmy Collins, 
manager-captain of the Boston Americans, 
writes on coaching; M. J. Kelly of the St. 
Paul champions, on captaining; Al Buck- 
enberger of the Boston Nationals, on 
managing; Frank Dwyer of the American 
League staff, on umpiring: Fred Lake on 
minor leagues, and the editor of the book, 
T. H. Murnane, President of the New 
England League, on how to organize a league. Price 10 cents. 

No. 232 How to Run the Bases 

The importance of base running as a 
scientific feature of the national game is 
becoming more and more recognized each 
year. Besides being spectacular, feats of 
base stealing nearly always figure in the 
winning of a game. Many a close contest 
i s decided on the winning of that little strip 
of 90 feet which lies between cushions. 
When hits are few and the enemy's pitchers 
steady, it becomes incumbent on the op- 
posing team to get around the bases in 
some manner. Effective stealing not only increases the effectiveness of 





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the team by advancing its runners without wasting hits, but it serves 
to materially disconcert the enemy and frequently has caused an entire 
opposing club to temporarily lose its poise and throw away the game. 
This book gives clear and concise directions for excelling as a base runner; 
tells when to run and when not to do so ; how and when to slide ; team 
work on the bases ; in fact, every point of the game is thoroughly ex- 
plained. In addition such clever men' as Harry Bay, the fleet footed 
Clevelander; Frank Chance, Bill Dahlen and Hans Wagner describe their 
methods of action. Illustrated with pictures of leading players. Price 
10 cents. 

No. 233 Jiu Jitsu 

A complete description of this famous Japanese system of self-defence. 
Each move thoroughly explained and illustrated with numerous full page 
pictures of Messrs. A. Minami and K. Koyama, two of the most famous 
exponents of the Jiu Jitsu in America, who posed especially for this 
book. Be sure and ask for the Spalding Athletic Library book on Jiu 
Jitsu. Price 10 cents. 



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